Visual Sequencing Workshop: Adobe Illustrator & InDesign

Are you creating an artist's book or independent publication and wondering: My book, my design? Which software is better for layout—Adobe Illustrator or InDesign? Who can I turn to when encountering layout difficulties? Is mastering the software the first step toward self-publishing?! Are you creating an artist's book or independent publication and wondering: My book, my design? Which software is better for layout—Adobe Illustrator or InDesign? Who can I turn to when encountering layout difficulties? Is mastering the software the first step toward self-publishing?! This workshop invites two guests to teach how to use these two software programs for visual sequencing in book creation. They will share how to adjust image sequence, page margins, and image proportions to give visual language a clearer rhythm and flow, establishing relationships between pages and constructing narrative: Hong Kong photography enthusiast Chow San—sharing from the perspective of creation and self-publishing how software can assist in conceptualizing and producing work, along with personal hands-on experience in independent publishing. Graphic designer Poe Cheung—introducing the basic applications of Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, and sharing insights on visual details on paper from a design perspective. Thinking about making an artist’s book or publication? Ever wondered—My book, my design? Which software works better for typesetting—Adobe Illustrator or InDesign? Who can I turn to when technical problems arise? Can mastering the tools be the first step towards self-publishing? This workshop brings together two guest speakers to explore how Illustrator and InDesign can be used for visual sequencing in creating an artist's book. They will share practical tips on arranging images, managing page rhythm and balance, and creating visual relationships that build a clear narrative across your pages. ‘Hong Kong snapper’ Chow San will discuss his creative journey and experience in self-publishing, offering insights on how software can support artistic concepts and DIY production. Graphic designer Poe Cheung will introduce the basics of Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, along with insights on how visual details on paper can elevate the design experience. _______________________ Guests: Chow San Snapper Hong Kong photography enthusiast Chow San has self-published 8 books since 2018, including 'Travel', 'IKEA Animals Pay Attention to Ancestors', 'Medical Research Report 2019' and 'Japanese Photos Chapter 1.15: New to Japan, please do not go Harajuku, because there are too many wild things to buy.' His photobook 'No Teacher But I Can Take Photos' was published by Zen Foto Gallery in 2020. ----- Poe Cheung Graphic Designer Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication Design from the School of Design at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. In 2018, she received the Hong Kong Young Design Talent Award and furthered her studies and work in France and Berlin. In 2021, she co-founded Studio Nous with Alan Fan, focusing on book, exhibition, key visual, and packaging design. The studio has received multiple accolades, including the Asia’s Most Influential Design Awards, the Art Directors Club (ADC) Annual Awards in New York, and the Tokyo Type Directors Club (TDC) Annual Awards. In 2024, she became a winner of ADC Young Guns 22. In 2025, she began working independently, founding Poetic University to present visual and music works. _______________________ Membership Details This is a member-only event. Participants must become WMA members to attend. Upon registration for this event, you will automatically be registered as a WMA member. This is a member-only event. By registering for this event, you will be automatically signed up as a WMA member.