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Sketch is a Mac app that is built with the specific needs of a modern web designer (or app designer) in mind. Learn how to use Sketch to design user interfaces of websites & apps in our hands-on Sketch courses in New York City.

  • Sketch Bootcamp

    • Not currently scheduled
    • 12 hours
    • Open to beginners

    Get a solid understanding of Sketch so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of symbols (reusable design components), build clickable prototypes using InVision as well as Sketch’s native prototyping tools, export graphics, learn about useful plugins that make working in Sketch better, and much more.

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  • Sketch in a Day

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    • 6 hours
    • Open to beginners

    Get up and running quickly with the fundamentals of Sketch: learn to design websites, apps, etc. for different size screens, tap into the power and flexibility of symbols (reusable design components), export graphics, and more. If you want to learn Sketch in greater depth, check out our 12-hour Sketch Bootcamp.

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  • Sketch Advanced

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    • 6 hours
    • Prerequisites required

    Take your Sketch skills to the next level and dive deeper into this popular design app.  Take full advantage of the power of symbols, sync symbols and styles across documents and computers, turn designs into clickable prototypes using InVision as well as Sketch’s native prototyping tools, and learn useful plugins to add features and expedite your workflow.

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  • Figma Bootcamp

    • Weeknights or weekdays
    • 12 hours
    • Open to beginners

    Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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  • UX & UI Design Certificate

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    Learn the skills to become a UX or UI Designer. This course teaches UX & UI design concepts, industry-standard tools, and research methods. You'll build a portfolio of projects and receive one-on-one mentoring to prepare for your new career.

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  • UI Design Certificate

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    Design mobile & web interfaces, learn graphic design fundamentals, and create a portfolio. Our UI Design Certificate includes classes in Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Graphic Design & UI Design.

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From the step-by-step Sketch training workbooks we write to our “learn then practice” teaching style, Noble Desktop’s Sketch classes are proven to be the most effective. Our instructors are working professionals, bringing real-world experience to the courses. Learn in small classes with personalized attention, and you can retake the class for free within 6 months.

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I recommend this course to anyone who’s interested in getting a foundation in Sketch. The tools learned today will help my team collaborate with other graphic and content designers.

Etana Solomon
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I am a graphic designer working in NYC and just got a new job where Sketch is the primary program used. I was starting with absolutely no experience in the program and am leaving equipped with a solid foundation and a lot more confidence to tackle some new projects in this program. Would definitely take another class here!

Amanda Wrobel
Mack Weldon

I loved this class, and feel that after only a few hours I can tackle this new program and apply what I learned to assignments at work. I’m looking forward to further playing around and building on what I learned today, and love that I have the workbook to go back to the lessons for a refresh, or do additional exercises on my own time.

Lizzie Tonkin
Kate Spade

I've taken 3 classes so far at Noble. It's the best way to learn design programs, in my opinion.

Matt

Michele R. was a great instructor. She made the class easy to follow, plenty of questions were asked and she had all the answers that made everything clear as day. The last time I took a class here I was learning Indesign when it first launched. I was so impressed when I took that one, that coming back for Sketch was a no-brainer.

Lynn Serra
Arcade Beauty

Despite only being a day long, I feel very confident in my ability to pickup and run with Sketch in the future.

Anthony Romano
NYCDOHMH

Over the years I've taken a half dozen of so classes here at Noble. Every one of them has been chock full of information and taught by a professional, knowledgeable, personable instructor. It's always wonderful to learn here and the new facilities are beautiful.

Maida Landau

You learn so much in a day and it does not feel overwhelming!

Krupa
Via

Sketch in a Day is a great way to get a crash course that will help understand the different functionalities, key commands, and unknown tips for best practices.

Ana Gormaz
Via

The Sketch in a Day class is great! The instructor is very thorough and knowledgeable about the program, and I feel that I'll be able to really build on the skills that I learned during the class. I'd highly recommend it!

Claire Wajda
Great Believer

The content was progressive and covered the most salient aspects of the Sketch platform – perfect for a quick refresher or an introduction.

Ryan Hormberg

This 2-day Sketch Bootcamp covers the most practical uses of Sketch. From creating those nice arrow buttons and pin maps to prototyping to showcase your work without sweating a code. Totally worth it!

Zeddy Iskandar

I definitely felt like I learned a lot and am the materials we were provided will serve me down the line. Dan answered all questions extremely thoroughly. 10/10 would recommend.

Samantha Andersen
AT&T

Sketch in a Day is a great introductory class and gives you a substantial overview of the program without being overwhelming.

Susan Ceccarelli
AT&T

Great way to learn Sketch. Highly recommend!

Seth Rothberg
Havas

Sketch in a Day provided a great overview of the app with a well-constructed approach of going over concepts, then having the class work hands-on with those concepts. It was well paced, taught by an industry professional to industry professionals. Overall, an excellent way to spend a day to get up and running in Sketch!

Martin Sarna
H4B Chelsea

Learning something new is very intimidating but Dan Rodney at Noble Desktop really took the time to clearly explain everything and I actually feel pretty comfortable with the program for just learning the basics in a day.

Tess Kakhki
H4B Chelsea

Class was super informative. Not only did Dan show how the program worked, but he went into the history of the software, and the many ways to go about doing things within the program. The projects were very organized, and very easy to follow. Dan didn't just read us the pdf, but instructed us in a very casual manner, and the provided material complimented the lessons he was demonstrating very nicely.

Jarred
Havas

The Sketch in a Day class was a great investment for me and my team. We now all have the fundamental tools to use this program efficiently and productively!

Vanessa Maganza
Havas Gemini

This software is a very interesting pivot from the Adobe software. I feel like I learned all the secrets to it from this course as well.

Ashley Dragan

Great crash course with details that are easy to follow.

Eric Park

The class was easy to follow with the live instruction and materials. I was able to walk away from the course feeling proficient in Sketch and able to understand the key components.

Sheena Harper
Mastercard

Super helpful in becoming familiar with basic concepts in Sketch

Cameron Lancaster
The Foundry @ Meredith Corp.

Super helpful in becoming familiar with basic concepts in Sketch

Cameron Lancaster
The Foundry @ Meredith Corp.

Very knowledgable, and easy to follow along.

Ed Pagan

Excellent class, no detail was wasted!!!

Ash Winter-Best
BGB Group

This is exactly what I needed. The information Dan navigated was clear and direct, and easily understandable. I learned a lot in a short time

Anthony Korsak
BGB Group

Great course! Very informative and detailed. Our instructor was very knowledgable and explained the content clearly. Exercises were easy to follow and progressed with difficulty as the course advanced. I had a great experience and would recommend this course to anyone who wants to use Sketch professionally. After completing it I feel well informed and prepared to do my job.

Maria Stangel
BGB Group

I was easily able to pick up Sketch which I needed for work. Plus you can learn at your own pace. The instructor was patient and was able to answer many different questions and handle people at different skill levels and experience

Alexandra Morrill
ADM Design

I'm really glad I found Noble Desktop! I've been using Photoshop for web design projects for the past 5 years, and I knew I needed to be up to date with the latest technology. I tried figuring it out on my own but it was too overwhelming, and YouTube videos only got me so far. I was looking for an online class with a live instructor, and this was exactly what I needed to get a good understanding and have confidence using the software at my workplace. I was shown so many solutions to things that were holding me back in Photoshop, and I'm excited to start using it now.

Kristen
Carrus

Highest recommendation for anybody taking this class.

Terrence
Havas Health Plus

This was easily the best creative bootcamp I have experienced. The presentation style and delivery was A+, the pace was easy to follow, the instructions were easy to execute, and the presenter tied it all together nicely. I highly recommend this course.

Erinn Larsen
Havas

Would highly recommend others to take this course if you're trying to learn the ins and outs of Sketch in just 2 days! Materials offered to follow along are yours to keep and reference back to, which is super helpful.

Melody Hwang
H4B Chelsea

Dan was very thorough. Learned a lot. Sketch went from my least favorite to second favorite.

Ryan C.

I had a basic knowledge of Sketch prior to this class. However, this class really gave me the tools and confidence to make the most out of the program.

Caitlin
H4B Chelsea

Dan is great, informed, and passionate about the subject matter.

Will W.

So helpful! Presented at a great pace. Good format (run-through, then hands-on exercise). Thank you, Dan!!

Lee E.

Dan knows his stuff. He did a great job of not only explaining Sketch, but also went above and beyond in giving everyone a solid foundation.

Douglas G.

I learned so much about Figma that I didn't even know was possible!

Lisa Gerren

The Adobe XD Bootcamp was a great experience overall. Makes tackling a new program easy. Course materials provided are very helpful to go back and revisit any lessons learned. Dan Rodney was a great instructor! His experience in both design and programming was extremely helpful when discussing the program as it related to our company's needs. Thanks, Dan!

Lisa Quelle

Why Learn Sketch for UI & UX Design?

Unlike Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (which were originally created for photo retouching or illustration) the entire focus of the Sketch app is on designing the UI and UX of digital products such as websites and apps.

  • Sketch costs $99 to purchase and includes one year of updates and Sketch cloud. After the first year you can keep using Sketch at no extra cost, but if you want more updates (and Sketch Cloud) you can renew your license for $79 for another year.

  • Symbols are where Sketch really shines. They let you reuse design elements (such as buttons) while allowing each instance to be customized. Being able to globally update symbols enables you to create flexible design systems that are easier to manage.

  • With artboards and layout guides, you can design on popular grid systems (like Bootstrap), making it easier to design responsive webpages.

  • Exporting graphics from Sketch is quick. Mark what you want to export, select the filetype and size, and you’re ready to export.

  • Sketch has some prototyping features built-in, or you can pair it with InVision to make clickable prototypes to test with users, show clients, and send to developer. We cover these concepts in the Sketch Advanced class.

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Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.

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  • Choosing a Web/UI/UX Design App: Sketch, Photoshop, and Adobe XD

    IMPORTANT: The information in this post has since become outdated. Read our more current article on this topic. ...

  • Video Tutorial: Designing for Mobile

    Learn about designing for mobile websites and apps. In this free class, we’ll cover numerous resources and info. Want to learn more? Check out the following classes we offer: Ph...

  • Variable Fonts: Exciting for Designers & Developers

    What are Variable Fonts? Variable fonts are a new kind of font that allows for amazing new levels of flexibility. With just one font file you can alter thickness, width, or just about any attribute you can think of... all while keep...

  • Optimizing SVG Files

    What is SVG? SVG stands for scalable vector graphics. It’s an XML-based coded file format that enables us to use vector graphics in webpages. Why Should You Optimize SVG Files? Design apps such a...

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Related Terminology

User Interface (UI) Design
  • Design that focuses on how users experience and interact with a variety of products from websites and software applications to computers, appliances, machines, and mobile devices.
  • The goal of user interface design is to make it as simple and efficient as possible for users to accomplish their goals—what is often called user-centered design.
User Experience (UX) Design
  • User Experience (UX) involves a person’s behaviors, attitudes, and emotions about using a particular product, system, or service.
  • Includes the practical, experiential, emotional, meaningful, and valuable aspects of human-computer interaction and product ownership.
  • Considers a person’s perceptions of system aspects such as utility, ease of use, and efficiency.
  • UX is important because of the increased emphasis on user-centered design. It’s not about what the client wants, it’s what the user needs and wants.
Sketching, Wireframing & Prototyping
  • Sketching is a quick way of visualizing a new interface by using pen and paper. Sketches are useful for validating product concepts and design approaches with both team members and users.
  • A wireframe is a visual guide that represents page structure, as well as hierarchy and key elements. Useful for discussing ideas with team members and clients, and to assist the work of designers and developers.
  • A prototype is a simulation of a product’s navigation and features, commonly using clickable wireframes or layouts. It’s a quick and dirty way to test and validate a product before fully developing it.
Web Graphics
  • Mobile phones and tablets all have hi-res screens (Apple calls them Retina), and most laptops/desktops have hi-res screens as well. For websites it’s important to know how to properly create these hi-res graphics, which are often referred to as @2x because the screens are twice the resolution of low-res screens.
  • JPEG is an image format that’s good for optimizing photographs.
  • SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) enables you to use vector graphics, which look great at any size and for any resolution screen. They download quickly, can be animated with JavaScript (such as GreenSock), styled via CSS, and more!
  • PNG is an image format that’s good for optimizing graphics such as logos and icons. While SVG is replacing PNG in many cases, we still need PNG for HTML Email (where SVG is not as well-supported) and when we need transparency for photographic imagery.
  • Learn how to create web graphics (as well as how to design webpages) in our Figma class.

Upcoming Sketch Classes in NYC or Live Online

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February 2023
UX & UI Design Certificate
February 21–July 20
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–9pm
$3,495
126 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Learn the skills to become a UX or UI Designer. This course teaches UX & UI design concepts, industry-standard tools, and research methods. You'll build a portfolio of projects and receive one-on-one mentoring to prepare for your new career.

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Figma Bootcamp
February 21–March 2
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–9pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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March 2023
UX & UI Design Certificate
March 6–April 11
Monday to Thursday 10–5pm
$3,495
126 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Learn the skills to become a UX or UI Designer. This course teaches UX & UI design concepts, industry-standard tools, and research methods. You'll build a portfolio of projects and receive one-on-one mentoring to prepare for your new career.

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Figma Bootcamp
March 13–14
Monday to Tuesday 10–5pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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April 2023
Figma Bootcamp
April 13–14
Thursday to Friday 10–5pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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May 2023
Figma Bootcamp
May 16–25
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–9pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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Figma Bootcamp
May 22–23
Monday to Tuesday 10–5pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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July 2023
Figma Bootcamp
July 5–6
Wednesday to Thursday 10–5pm
$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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September 2023
UX & UI Design Certificate
September 5–February 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–9pm
$3,495
126 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Learn the skills to become a UX or UI Designer. This course teaches UX & UI design concepts, industry-standard tools, and research methods. You'll build a portfolio of projects and receive one-on-one mentoring to prepare for your new career.

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Figma Bootcamp
September 5–14
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$695
12 Hours
NYC or Live Online

Get a solid understanding of Figma so you create designs for different size screens, tap into the power of reusable design components, build clickable prototypes, add animations, export graphics, and much more.

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