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Radical Design – A Rebellious Web Design Course

7h 45m 35s
English
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Radical Design – A Rebellious Web Design Course is a 42-lesson 7 hours 45 minutes self-paced course by Jack Mcdade. Design feels hard because we often make it rigid.

Course facts

Lessons
42
Duration
7 hours 45 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
Instructor
Jack Mcdade
Price
Premium

Design feels hard because we often make it rigid. Many people chase rules and trends. Many tools get in the way. But design is still a playground, and you can enjoy it again.

What This Course Gives You

This course helps you bring back the fun in making things. You will create for joy, not for likes. It fits designers, developers, writers, and anyone who feels stuck. If your sites feel plain or forgettable, this space will help you change that.

The web now feels flat and safe. Many sites look the same and sound the same. Good design should speak, surprise, and stay in the mind. You will learn how to make work that stands apart.

What You Will Learn

You will learn how to shape clear ideas and bold visuals. You will work faster and see patterns on your own. You will build your style instead of copying others. Humor, story, and your past will become tools you can use with intent.

You will learn core design rules and when to bend them. You will use many tools and not depend on one app or trend.

What This Course Is Not

You will not learn to copy popular sites or chase design fads. You will not write filler text or fake “design noise.” You will not sit through slow, dull lessons.

How It Works

This is a self‑guided hub. You choose your path. You get videos, guides, tasks, source files, SVGs, design elements, and font sets. You also join a private Discord group where you can ask, share, and grow with others. New parts are added over time.

Your Design Voice

By the end, you will not try to be someone else. You will design in a way that feels honest and sharp. You will design like you, and that is the goal of this course.

Who teaches Radical Design – A Rebellious Web Design Course? Jack Mcdade

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I have designed literally hundreds of bad websites and dozens of really good ones. I've been through the "trenches" of web design to learn how to do it properly. I had to enlarge a logo 410 times. I was forced to work with both Comic Sans and Zapfino in the same project. I made rounded corners from four separately cut .GIF files — yes, that happened too. I've been in design for over 15 years, and I've worked in various roles and companies, including: - a cog in the vast machine of a marketing agency - Director of Interactive at a growing web agency with work weeks of 60–80+ hours and nights spent on the office couch - "Design Technologist" on the (now closed) GE Design system team in San Francisco - freelance designer creating branding for startups and UI for MVPs - a designer who, for a time, was responsible for all visual aspects of the Laravel ecosystem - owner of my own small studio, Wilderborn - creator of Statamic — my bootstrapped indie CMS

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1.1 - Intro to the Intro Demo
05:04
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1.2 - How to Use the Course
04:01
3
1.3 - The Big Secret
04:22
4
1.4 - Start Curating
04:35
5
1.5 - Start Stealing
07:26
6
1.6 - The Design Process
03:39
7
1.7 - Choose Your Own Adventure
01:35
8
2.1 - Create From Abundance
05:58
9
2.2 - Where to Find Inspiration
13:07
10
2.3 - One Banana Per Day
01:11
11
2.4 - Experiment - Don't Work. Play
17:24
12
2.5 - Unleash - Stop Consuming
01:51
13
2.6 - Establishing Goals
01:27
14
2.7 - Content first
02:48
15
2.8 - Make Garbage
03:20
16
2.9 - Where to Gumshoe
02:39
17
3.1 - The Honest Truth
03:45
18
3.2 - The Content
12:16
19
3.3 - Style Informs Layout - Part 1
19:16
20
3.4 - Style Drives Layout - Part 2
19:01
21
3.5 - Balancing Visual Weight vs Grids
14:40
22
3.6 - How to Trick People into Reading
22:50
23
3.7 - It's Font O'Clock
16:28
24
3.8 - Calls to Action
14:23
25
3.9 - Fiddily Bits
23:01
26
3.10 - Easter Eggs
11:05
27
3.11 - Adjusting Designs for Mobile
21:56
28
4.1 - Design Software
08:15
29
4.2 - Intro to Sketch
17:59
30
4.3 - Intro to Photoshop
24:44
31
4.4 - Intro to Illustrator
24:31
32
4.5 - MidJourney
19:15
33
4.6 - Asset Libraries
15:18
34
5.1- Rad Bag - Boring Rails
08:48
35
5.2 - Rad Bag - Designing with Data
08:25
36
5.3 - Rad Bag - Live Trace
04:56
37
5.4 - Rad Bag - The Hidden Secrets Inside Your Fonts
03:50
38
5.5 - Rad Bag - Quick Social Media
04:16
39
5.6 - Dashed Lines
01:28
40
6.1 - Bonus - Bloops
02:55
41
6.2 - Bonus - The Radical Radical Design Design
45:03
42
6.3 - Erro Coffee Design Critique
16:44
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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this course?
This course is designed to fit a wide range of participants including designers, developers, and writers. There are no strict prerequisites, but a basic understanding of web design principles and an interest in exploring creative processes will be beneficial. The course aims to help those who feel stuck or find their designs plain and forgettable, so a willingness to experiment and engage with new ideas is essential.
What kind of projects will I build in this course?
Throughout the course, you will engage in creative tasks such as curating ideas, experimenting with visual styles, and designing with data. Lessons on topics like 'Style Drives Layout' and 'Calls to Action' guide you in creating projects that stand apart by emphasizing bold visuals and clear ideas. The course encourages producing work that speaks and surprises, moving beyond conventional designs.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is ideal for designers, developers, writers, and anyone feeling stuck in their creative processes. It's particularly suited for those whose web designs have become plain or forgettable and are seeking to inject more personality and uniqueness into their work. If you're looking to create designs that stand out and resonate, this course offers the right environment.
What tools or platforms will I learn to use?
You will explore various design tools, including Sketch, Photoshop, and Illustrator, as introduced in the lessons 'Intro to Sketch', 'Intro to Photoshop', and 'Intro to Illustrator'. The course encourages using multiple tools rather than relying on a single app or trend, helping you develop versatility in your design process.
How does the course compare in depth and scope to other web design courses?
This course distinguishes itself by focusing on creativity and personal style rather than traditional web design rules or popular trends. It offers 42 lessons that include practical exercises and creative tasks, emphasizing joy and experimentation rather than formulaic designs. Lessons like 'Experiment - Don't Work. Play' highlight the course's unique approach to fostering individual design voices.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover copying popular site designs or chasing current design fads. It avoids teaching filler content or engaging in slow, dull lessons. Instead, it focuses on creativity, individuality, and joy in design, steering clear of conventional design noise.
What is the expected time commitment for this course?
As a self-guided hub, the course allows you to choose your path and pace. While the total runtime is indicated as 00:00:00, you will have access to videos, guides, and various design materials. Engaging with the 42 lessons at a pace that suits your schedule will determine your overall time commitment. Active participation in the Discord community can also enhance your learning experience.