We are covering basic Typography with in-class demo.
Be sure that as you build your artwork in Illustrator you are organizing it in layers. This will help with transfer to Photoshop later on.
Don’t lose sight of what minimalist designs are meant to look like. AND know the difference between a simplified design and a quick or easy design. I’m not looking for easier, lower quality, or “good enough” design. Create a quality illustration that you have worked on simplifying in your sketchbook.