Learn design principles, color theory, how to use Figma, Showit, and online business fundamentals. Build a website design business with clarity and confidence.
FOR CREATIVES AND WEBSITE DESIGNERS
Master The Craft of Website Design One Skill at a Time
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Beautiful and Functional Websites Start with Solid Foundations
You can watch all the YouTube tutorials or take surface-level courses and have all the inspiration in the world.
Still, without understanding the basics—color theory, design principles, user experience, and how to build websites that convert —you can't help your clients succeed.
When you learn the fundamentals, practice enough, and understand the business side of things, then you can confidently help your clients succeed and create a website design business you love.
WHAT I'VE LEARNED IN FIVE YEARS AS A WEB DESIGNER
Book Your First Client in Just 5 Days!
Zero prerequisites required – No portfolio, no website, no previous clients needed to get started
5-day action plan – Daily challenges with specific outreach scripts, templates, and exactly what to say to convert conversations into paid projects
Real-world tactics that work – Learn how to find clients in your existing network, position yourself professionally, and close deals with confidence
FROM BASICS TO BUSINESS
I'm Teaching You What I Wish I knew Five Years Ago
No fluff, no shortcuts. Just clear, practical education on website design and how to run an organized website design business.
Whether you want to learn the skills or how to build client processes, I'm here t guide you through each step with care and clarity.
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Free Resources to Help You Begin Your Design Journey
CLIENT ONBOARDING TEMPLATE
Client onboarding process template to help you streamline your website design process.
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HTML AND CSS GUIDE
Get familiar with Showit and learn the basics of building a portfolio website.
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Design Principles Cheat Sheet
A quick guide to design principles all designers should know.
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READY TO LEARN
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COURSE 01
This course is your comprehensive foundation in website design. You'll learn design principles, color theory, branding, brand strategy, and how to use Figma for wireframing and mockups. You'll also create three mock brands to use as portfolio pieces and receive a free portfolio Showit template.
Perfect for anyone who wants to master website design skills, build functional websites, and understand design decisions beyond pretty websites. You'll leave with technical skills and design knowledge you can use in the real world.
Color Theory
3 Mock projects + Portfolio site template
Branding + Brand Strategy
Figma Workflows
Showit Design
Design principles
WHAT YOU LEARN
Mastering Website Design
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Website Design Business
COURSE 02
Being able to design functional and beautiful websites is only half the equation. You'll also need to manage clients, scope projects effectively, have contracts in place, and run an organized website design business.
In this course, you will learn how to manage projects in Asana, manage scope creep, set boundaries with clients, and market your business effectively. This is an ideal companion to the Mastering Website Design course, helping you turn your skills as an ad designer into a business owner.
Client process
Business templates
Contracts + Scope
Marketing Strategies
Getting clients
Project management
WHAT YOU LEARN
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About Me
I believe that great website design comes from understanding both business and design, and by blending the technical and creative aspects, you can truly create websites that serve a purpose beyond mere aesthetics.
With 11+ years of marketing and sales, a degree in web development, and 5 years of client experience, I've learned that the best way to grow as a designer is through comprehensive instruction, thoughtful practice, and genuine support.
My mission is simple. To help you build fundamental skills in website design and business. No hype, no shortcuts—just honest teaching and a genuine desire to see you succeed.
YOUR DESIGN COACH
Hi, I'm Silva
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