Beginners Guide to Canva

Thank you so much for downloading our free guide on how to get started in Canva.

For those of you that don’t know me, my name is Catriona. I am a professional photographer and educator based in Northern Ireland.

I specialise in headshot photography, branding and portraiture. My Get Set Glow programme allows me to support and empower other small business owners to improve their skills, whilst inspiring them to become more visible online.

I am proud to be an educator and coach, helping others take their photography skills to the next level. The Photo Academy NI was born around six years ago and has continued to expand into a successful online and in person training school.

This Beginners Guide to Canva will show you how to get started, breaking it all down in a language that’s easy to follow with visual aids to embed your learning.

You will discover about all the basic Canva tools and elements, helping you delve into the world of design. I am passionate about supporting other small business owners, providing them with lasting skills that will make their life easier and most importantly, kick start their business.

We discuss the benefits of using Canva Pro and how you can try it for free using this link.

Remember to share your progress and designs via social media, LinkedIn or email. Tag @thedivinephoto! I love finding out how fellow business owners are progressing and growing.

So enjoy this guide and most importantly, GET SET GLOW!

Get Set Glow! – Get Set for Business and Grow Your Worth – The Winning Business Combo – Northern Ireland

AUTHENTICALLY BRAND YOU

You have taken the leap to start your business, doing something you are passionate about and helping others in the process. Now it’s time to invest in you and your business.  Our Get Set GLOW! programme provides you with all the right tools and skills to give your business the boost it needs.

Brand awareness is key – how we represent ourselves in person and online is so important. Whether it’s our profile picture or website, business card or social media presence, having a professional & cohesive brand makes you stand out from everyone else.

Here in Northern Ireland small businesses play such an important role in the economy. That’s why I am so passionate about supporting local and helping others to build their brand & presence.

Your content should demonstrate the ethos behind your brand, spark curiosity and engage with your customers

Original & tailored content creates impact online and raises your brand profile

There isn’t a one size fits all. I can help you get on the right path with images, skills and content ideas specific to you & your business.

HOW CAN I HELP YOU?

GLOW BIG OR GLOW HOME!

2 Professional Headshots

1 Month Social Media Content*

250 Business Cards – Designed & Printed

1 Hour Canva Training

Blog Post Feature

Facebook Cover Image

Linkedin Cover Image

GLOW IT UP! – START OFF WITH THE ESSENTIALS

2 Professional Headshots

250 Business Cards – Designed & Printed

1 Hour Canva Training

Blog Post Feature

Facebook Cover Image

LinkedIn Cover Image

Add on  1 MONTH’S CONTENT CREATION – to use on your online channels

10 Infographics, 5 Quotes, 5 Engagement Graphics, 5 Stock Images and 5 Tips tailored for you & your business – in brand colours and fonts

Add on  1 HOUR EMPOWERMENT COACHING

Gain focus & insight, set goals for the future, gain confidence and overcome blocks

Add on  FOUR 1 HOUR REIKI TREATMENTS

Four Reiki treatments taken over the space of 3 months – Reduce stress, promote relaxation and balance the Mind, Body & Soul

Add on  TAKE BETTER PHOTOS FOR BUSINESS MENTORING

One Hour Smartphone Photography training, tailored to your make of phone & your business.  Learn about Light, Composition & Basic Editing plus the accessories you can invest in to help improve your photography

BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL TO SEE HOW I CAN HELP YOU

Learn how to create your own colourful and engaging content with Canva Coaching – a one hour coaching session covering all the basics and showing you how to create eye-catching visuals

Need help using Social Media? 

I offer a range of guides on how to use Instagram, Facebook and Google My Business.

Need help with your Content Creation? 

Add on Instagram Story Templates – saves you time, encourages engagement with followers and produces more cohesive branding.

Member of the Professional Photographer’s Association of Northern Ireland & The Guild of Photographers  

Winner of Gold Award from The Society of Wedding & Portrait Photographers

Award winning Northern Ireland Portrait Photographer, Coach and Educator.  Specialising in headshot photography, branding & event photography.  Based in Coalisland, Co Tyrone, I primarily work throughout the island of Ireland.  My photography arm of my business, The Photo Academy NI, was created around 5 years ago.  I provide a range of coaching services and photography workshops, both online and in person. These include beginners photography workshops, taking better photos with your smartphone and photography mentoring.

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