Learning Lab- Canva for Beginners

Canva has become one of the most popular tools for creating marketing materials, social media graphics, presentations, and business documents, but getting started can feel overwhelming. This hands-on workshop is designed to help beginners build a strong foundation and gain confidence using Canva's most important features. Participants will learn how to navigate the Canva workspace, work with templates, customize text and images, use design elements effectively, and understand the tools available to create professional-looking content. Through guided practice, attendees will complete a simple project while learning the core skills needed to continue creating designs on their own. Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or simply looking to improve your design skills, this class will help you understand the fundamentals of Canva and how to use it more effectively for your goals. Topics include: • Navigating the Canva interface • Finding and customizing templates • Working with text, images, and design elements • Basic design and layout principles • Uploading your own photos and assets • Downloading, sharing, and exporting designs No design experience required.

Speaker(s): Katie Stokes