I am looking to start advertising and design for fun. I understand I might need some books and learn with the software for a while. But what software would you say is the best? I keep seeing photo shop Adobe illustrator and Adobe in design but I only want to start with one
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Steve Jobs introduced the concept of a UX design which integrated the needs of the consumer, involved a complete user experience of satisfaction upon using the product, and proved profitable for the developer too. It is not just the visual appeal, but the usability factor that involves the user’s needs, the compatible surrounding environment in which the user operates and the ease-of-use of the product.
The basic software for print media graphic design:
Adobe InDesign (layout)
Adobe Photoshop (Photo image manipulation)
Adobe Illustrator (illustration / logos)
A huge mistake many young designers make is to assume they can become proficient at one of these (like Photoshop) and not the others. It doesn't work. For brochure work (especially multiple page projects) InDesign is critical.
My background: 20 years professional experience plus 14 years teaching college level graphic design.