Testimonials
I wanted to thank you for all your help and teaching. I recently got a job as a graphic designer at Lubicom Marketing. They pretty much hired me based on my portfolio (I had no experience), so thank you. I’m BH really loving my job.
I wanted to thank you for everything you taught us! I real feel like I learned enough to go into the field. I really appreciated all your time and patience that helped me complete the course with confidence. Thank you so much!
I loved the course! I found the course was extremely enjoyable and taught with such clarity. We covered so many areas in the course and learned so much. The teachers are absolutely fabulous, always available to answer you questions and give you the time you need! I did the course couple years ago and recently I had a question, I emailed Rivky and she responded to my question. I currently run my own private business and enjoy working in this field immensely!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the fact that I have a Kosher, professional place to learn everything I ever dreamed of! Whichever courses I took in the past at Design Alive were amazing, well taught, and extremely professional. And I really feel that I am above the average designer out there because of my proper training. Thank you!
Thank you so much for such a fantastic course. Through Design Alive I got a job BH right away.
Great class, interesting and very informative. I gained a thorough knowledge in all the programs, and Chava was and is always there to help. Thank you!
It was really nice to receive the certificate for completing the Design Alive course last year. It bought back fond memories, and I highly recommend Design Alive.
Thank you so much for your class you gave us a few hours ago- It was so enjoyable everything was explained so clearly- I didnt think graphics could actually be fun:)
I just wanted to let you know that I am really enjoying the class so far- you are so patient and thorough ….
I really really enjoyed the classes with you…!! I felt that I understood each class really clearly, and you were so helpful with questions!!
Thank you so much, the classes are really clear, and I learned so much. i went from knowing zilch about Illustrator and InDesign and only a little Photoshop to really being very familiar with the entire program.
I’d like to thank you and tell you how much I enjoyed and learned from every minute of the Computer graphics course. Chava always explained everything so clearly and patiently, going things over again if necessary, until everyone got it straight. She answered every question with infinite patience and clarity, and always promptly. I loved the way she always mentioned everything she was doing- all the shortcuts she was using, and things that we learned already, just to enforce it and so that we should actually see it in action.
The Motion Graphics course was fantastic! I loved every minute of it and really learnt a lot. It is an amazing feeling to create videos and animations. I would definitely recommend this course to others!
It was a great experience. The teachers are always there to help. I would definitely recommend it!
The Interior Design course was very intense but the knowledge and skill I acquired in one year is amazing. The teachers were professionals with a lot of experience and knowledge. I am really thankful to the design alive team for the opportunity they gave me. Thank You.
I really enjoyed the classes! The clear and in-depth explanation of how to work with the programs. It covered many of the little details and explained the “science behind the matter” very well!
Design Alive’s teachers are knowledgeable in their field and have lots of patience. The courses are comprehensive and give the basic tools needed in a specific field. It’s also great being able to attend class from the comfort of your own home!
I would recommend Design Alive to others. The instructors are all very clear and make the learning enjoyable. Design Alive opens your eyes to the creative world.
I really gained immensely from the web design course. The teachers were thorough and clear. They were happy to answer questions. The course covered many aspects of web design that will assist me as I move into this field. Above all, the two websites we built put together so much of the accumulated knowledge and was such a great learning experience!
This course covered a lot of material in very good timing! The teachers were there for you whenever you were in need!!!
I think Design Alive’s Autocad course is perfect. There is the convenience and flexibility of an online program, but it is also highly professional, and the instructor is extremely clear and knowledgeable, so I got the high standards of any other art institute. And the schedule worked so perfectly around the Jewish calendar which was an added bonus!!
The graphics course was really excellent. Adina took the time to explain things very clearly and I came out of the course confident that I could accomplish most graphic tasks in a professional way.
Thanks to Design Alive, I learnt everything I need to feel competent as a graphic designer!
the courses i took were really clear, and the instructors were really helpful throughout. even way after the courses were over.
I learned a lot of valuable information in this course. The teacher was very clear and taught us how to work really cool programs. The only negative was it was online and therefore hard to get feedback on work and answers to questions. I would suggest taking the self-paced course if you have a busy schedule, since it is very hard to follow the live-lessons once you fall behind.
The material was well thought out and presented in a very clear way with amazing teachers that really care and want you to succeed.
really good classes really clear and pretty amazing school
I really enjoyed the graphic design course! I got guided through the design process, from brainstorming, to rough drafts, to a final project, getting help and critique along the way. I found it so helpful! Just listening to the teacher give critiques to other girls in the class trained my eye to see certain things that maybe I would have thought were never a problem. As the course went on i felt like I was able to spot different critiques for myself in my own work and in other girls work, because of all the critiques I had heard previously. If I wouldn’t have taken this course, my designs would be on a TOTALLY different level. I see such an improvement in my work. Thank you so much!
I really learnt a lot from the Computer Graphics and Graphic Design courses. The courses are clear and easy to participate in, and best of all you can do it from your own home with other frum women. The instructors are a pleasure to work with and are sensitive to personal needs and schedules. Thank you Design Alive!
Design Alive was an awesome experience for me! I would highly recommend it to everyone who wants to go into graphics. Thank you so much to Design Alive for this amazing opportunity!
I just completed the fast track computer course and wanted to thank you for such an amazing program. Adina was an amazing teacher! the classes were clear organized and thorough! Additionally, the fact that she was always available to answer any questions along the way via email was a great help! I gained tremendously and learned tons!!! Furthermore, I never felt like i lost out not being in a live classroom!!! I highly recommend this program to girls all the time! Thank you! Thank You!
I’m just about finished the design fast track and I really feel like I developed a real handle on the design concepts. Thank you Alyse for being so clear and patient and always responding on time!
Design Alive was a perfect way to use my little extra time as a busy mom in a real effective way. I loved the opportunity to take night courses on specifically the things that are important to know on the field of computer graphics. No time wasted on extra material. The teacher was extremely thorough and taught us the ins and outs of the programs meticulously . Classes being worked around the Jewish Calendar was perfect.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in the field of architecture and interior design. This course covers a huge amount of material in a comparably short time .
The course was very clear and thorough. I feel like I have the skills necessary to work as a web designer and feel confident that I will do very well. Most of all, the teachers were outstanding! They were patient, friendly and brilliant!
A very enjoyable experience, thank you.
The Motion Graphics course I took was incredible! Rivky really prepared me for all the ins and outs of Premiere, and Adina taught After Effects in an exciting and very clear way! Both teachers were so knowledgeable and patient and the classes were always packed with new information. I now feel ready to go out and work as a Motion Graphic Designer.
We finished the course only a month ago and B”H I already have an internship and am helping the company with some of their projects. This course really taught me and prepared me well. The teachers are still available to ask questions to, which shows how dedicated they are to helping their students succeed!
This course is just awesome, I have learned so much and already putting it to good use! The teachers are extremely supportive and the lessons are well-taught and challenging. I loved every minute of it! Highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a professional and easy way to learn! Thank you so so much Design alive!”
“I have just concluded the Interior Design course. So I will take this opportunity to thank you for a wonderful experience this year. I have gained much knowledge in space planning, decor etc. The teachers (Rivkah & Tovit) were knowledgeable & caring.
Thanks again Design Alive!!
“I loved my Design Alive experience. The classes were challenging, exciting and well-taught. The teachers were incredible- talented and knowledgeable- and were always available (even after I graduated the course!) to answer all of my questions.
Thank you so much!
I recommend DesignAlive as a #1 choice for any post-seminary girl (or anyone else!) considering going into graphics. The skills and techniques learned are invaluable and give the student the necessary tools to become a professional and talented graphic artist. Leah’s Computer Graphics course was clear and precise and I came out feeling very comfortable with all 3 programs taught. And Graphic Design with Zippy was unbelievable! Each student developed her own flair and style and created a variety of projects compiled into an impressive portfolio. Zippy’s amazing eye for detail and creativity gave us that push to keep going until everything was just right.
A huge thank you to DesignAlive!!!
If you’re looking to really learn graphics and in the best convenient way, then Design Alive is the best choice!
They teach it all and keep on sending you job opportunities so you can start working. I actually got some work through them and I’m really happy.
I originally wanted to just do web design but was wisely advised by Design Alive to first take the Mini-Course. I’m so happy I did because after Chaya’s course, I was then able to take on graphic design jobs B’H. I then did the Web Design course with Beena which gave me an excellent understanding on the basics and more complex side of building websites from scratch. B’H largely from referrals from Design Alive staff, I was quickly busy with graphic & web design jobs. I furthered my skills with the Web Advanced course with Rivky which opened up the doors to be able to work with WordPress and e-commerce. B’H I think every course has now paid for itself and I know that I can still get support from the teachers if I need it although they all provided us with skills to keep ahead of latest advancements independently!
I’m also still in touch with several of my classmates and recently just worked on a website with one of them – we were good at giving each other feedback as we did on the course – that’s one of the great benefits of the live virtual classroom rather than just watching recorded lessons. It’s also great that the courses are geared for and taught by professional religious women as they are great role models and even addressed issues like social networking, internet filters etc. Thanks for everything – I wish you continued success in making successful designers!
I’m really thankful to relate that taking the Interior Design course at Design Alive, definitely brought my business to a higher and more professional level. I am now able to offer more to my clients in a more confident way.
Thank you so much!
I just wanted to express my sincere gratitude for all you have done as my teacher this year.
After 4 years in college and another 2 in graduate school, I never thought I could enjoy learning as much as I did in Design Alive. Each Monday and Wednesday I looked forward to class where I was stimulated, challenged and where I feel I truly learned. Thanks for your advice, encouragement and support and for all the hours you have dedicated to molding us as designers. (Emails exchanged at the wee hours at night could not be a better example of your devotion!)
I am sad the course is over but am looking forward to a thriving career iyH and will definitely be in touch!
Thanks again,
In a few short months, Chaya Murik turned raw talent and creativity into professional marketing and design. She gave me the resources to continue upgrading my standards- the best resource being her constant availability and advice even after I completed the course! Using Chaya’s design process takes ideas with potential to a whole different league.
And the never-ending exuberance of artistry only gets better with the stimulating challenge of Web Design under Leah Rubin keen instruction! Coding is like designing with your hands tied behind your back- its thrilling!
Thank you Design Alive!
I found work thanks to Design Alive working for a molding company. I also work part time for my bosses brother, an architect doing AutoCad drawings, I’ve also been able to design fish tanks for Aqua Creations!
Thank you! Your course really helped me find work!
I always enjoyed being creative and knew that I wanted to go into the design field but needed a formal education; Design Alive was the perfect choice! I took both the mini-course and the web design course; together they gave me a comprehensive and professional understanding of graphic and web-design, while sitting comfortably in my home, in a virtual classroom.
The teachers taught in a clear, structured manner and gave us many projects to ensure that we understood and were able to implement the lessons. The most amazing part is that even now that I graduated and am working in the field BH I can still contact my teachers and ask them questions.
Thank You,
I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for Design Alive. However much I say it won’t be enough, but I will try.
I gained so much from the Mini Course. We learned so much, and it was a blast! I would look forward to Mondays and Wednesdays all the time. I really miss the classes. Mirel gave over the information in such a fun and exciting way. I never felt like I was sitting through a boring class. I felt like I was actually sitting with the other girls – we had so much live student interaction which really made a huge difference. Not only did she teach us well in a very clear way, but she trained us to work independently and gave over the tools for a future career. I gained so much from her constructive criticism. The teacher was available all the time for any questions – morning, afternoon, or evening, which was a HUGE help!
In short, I’m really happy with the course, and anyone who knows me can tell you that I highly recommend it! As one of my classmates put it, “This is the best post-seminary program ever!” Thank you so much!
Taking the Design Alive Graphic Design course was a very unique and rewarding experience.
It is an advanced, comprehensive course which comfortably equipped me to go into the graphics field. In a number of assignments, we were given the task of designing real jobs, for example, an actual book cover for a book that was to be published, giving us a real feel of the profession.
One advantage for me was the convenience of being at my own computer while taking part in actual classroom dynamics, such as questions and answers, etc. Mrs. Z. Thumim is always available to help, even out of class time. I would even feel comfortable contacting her now, after I have finished the course.
A highly recommended course.
After contemplating if i should take the course in a regular class or online, I’m thrilled at my decision for choosing Design Alive. Our teacher was fantastic, her email response was quick, and best of all are the recorded lessons that i can still go back and relisten too. (It’s like I have my private teacher for free)!
Forever grateful,
I just want to thank you so much for such a wonderful experience with Design Alive. Although I was unable to complete the courses, what I have learned brought me quite far! I have learned all I need for what I’ve been dreaming to do. Aside from little jobs people have for me, such as invitations and flyers, I can finally design my very own greeting cards and merchandise which is what I’ve been aiming for. Thank you so much in helping me succeed!
I was very happy with the course. The teacher was amazing and always there to help. Even outside classtime she always answered our questions spontaneously. It helped me develop my desire for art. It was a pleasure.
Thank you
A one year full on course where I learnt everything about design.
The experience at Design Alive was intense but without it I could never be where I am today! Thanks Teachers!
“Design Alive really exceeded my expectations. Mirel Goldwasser, Leah Rubin, and Rivky Teplitz really know what they’re teaching, and they explain everything very well. I really came out with the confidence needed when working in this field.”
I wanted to thank you all so very much for all you amazing knowledge you passed along an taught and all that you were all amazing teachers and I feel honored to have learnt from you.
After contemplating if i should take the course in a regular class or online, I’m thrilled at my decision for choosing Design Alive. Our teacher was fantastic, her email response was quick, and best of all are the recorded lessons that i can still go back and relisten too. (It’s like I have my private teacher for free)!
Forever grateful,
In a short amount of time, Mrs. Thumim transformed my vague sense of aesthetics into concrete, practical terms and a strong sense of design that allowed me to immediately begin a career as a professional graphic designer.
Design Alive is unreal.
Without having completed the course yet, I already feel confident to design projects that meet an admirable level of professionalism. After the intensive design training Design Alive provided, I find that I naturally apply the skills we were taught. The difference shows remarkably in my projects.
Besides for the great teaching, it is most pleasing to have acquired a network of friends the world-over, all with a passion for design that matches my own. Having a variety of contacts to confer with over graphics questions and design opinions is a major benefit in this field of work. And of course, I will always have a door to fall into for cups of coffee if I land in, say, Switzerland.
Lastly, I must applaud Zippy for her blue-ribbon teaching. Her clarity and patience is unmatched, as is her indispensable support every step of the way.
The web-design course we are now completing was really something amazing. We have a GREAT teacher, extremely clear and each lesson so well given over. Thank you so much, for giving me the opportunity to continently learn web-design in my own home with such a great atmosphere.
Zippy is an excellent and clear teacher. Her creative eye and attention to details ensure the successful development of her students’ abilities in the field of graphic design. Her extensive experience and knowledge of graphic design give her the expertise needed to train students into the field. In addition, she devotes many extra hours of attention and energy to her students to ensure the success of each one.
I you ever need to give a reference, you can tell people to call me. I was thrilled with the course B’H!
Thanks so much for providing such a professional and enjoyable course, well worth the investment. It’s not only knowing how to use the programs, its also about the design process. I learnt how to think out of the box and work with confidence.
B”h I am very satisfied. Everything is explained clearly, but not again and again which is good, or else I wouldn’t have the patience to sit through class. Also, when girls ask questions, it doesn’t get out of hand. If it takes too much time the teacher says to contact her after class. Fantastic.
Thank you so much for everything, I came in knowing nothing about graphics and now i feel confident in taking a job as a graphics artist so great job!
I cannot tell you enough how much I enjoyed the Mini Course and when I look back at the whole course from the beginning I realise there was an amazing structure & build-up.
I really feel I gained tons from it, and the discussions about our projects in class where really amazing too. We had fun and good laughs and i think we can all say that it was a great experience.
Chaya is an awesome teacher, really amazing in every single way, i.e. her worksheets which were so clear & inviting etc..
I was really happy with the Design Alive web design course. The teacher was excellent, and taught everything very clearly. It was great to be able to learn from the convenience of my home. I am now a freelance web designer, and Zippy is always forwarding us jobs that she hears of. I would really recommend this course to anyone looking for a career in web design.
In the middle of the mini course this year, I got a job with a company as a secretary. I told my boss that i was learning graphic design and he gave me a few small projects. Not long after he bought CS5 for the office and now most of the graphics for the company are done by me, instead of being outsourced.
B”H it’s been an amazing learning experience for me and I’m really getting hands on practice doing something I’m good at, and love. As a profession, what could be better?!
First of all thank you so much for such a wonderful program. My friends hear me rave about it all day 🙂 I actually work on an online school as extra programs coordinator and as an outsider I never understood how sitting at a computer for so long could be fun but now I see. The lessons are fast paced and very thorough and even what I always thought I knew I learned more in depth, its wonderful! I always thought I knew the programs but I just knew the basics then Leah spent a half hour expounding on it and I was like WOW! 🙂
It has been great learning computer graphics with Design Alive! Adina is a really excellent teacher!
Thanks so much I am really happy with the courses Design Alive provides! I did the web and the teacher was amazing, so clear and interesting!
Leah with the Computer Graphics doesn’t miss a tool and she is always there to help us even after we graduate!!
I highly recommend Design Alive – whether you’re a total newbie in graphics or just looking to get that extra edge in design, this is the place for you.
The class setup is great, with a rigid schedule, so that you don’t have to rely on your own motivation to finish the course- but also providing a backup recording in case you miss or want to redo a class. I started out as a complete ignoramus in design and finished the course 10 months later a fully fledged graphic designer. Merely weeks after handing in my end-of-year portfolio, I received my first graphics job (through Zippy Thumim of Design Alive) and I’ve been working in the line since then, b”h.
The computer graphics course, taught by Adina Cahn, was excellent. Her lessons were extremely clear and thorough – she went through the properties and dynamics of each and every tool; showed us how and for what purpose they could be used. The home-works she assigned us were great practice – we quickly became very proficient in everything she taught us. Around a month and a half after I had started her class, I had already created my first series of labels for a client! She was an exceptional teacher and when I finished her class, I felt that I had learned everything I needed to start out as a graphic designer.
In the graphic design class, I went from being unsure if I had enough originality and creativity to come up with new ideas for different projects, to full confidence in my skills as a graphic artist. Zippy was an incredible teacher, who taught us not only the theories and concepts behind great layout and design, but also how to come up with original ideas, how to execute them in the best way possible, how to deal with clients, etc. Watching the critique of all our fellow students’ projects (besides for our own) helped us gain an unbelievable amount of clarity as to which designs work and which don’t; why those designs don’t work and how to fix them. By the end of the course, our class was handing in high-end professional work. It was amazing!
I enjoyed the Computer Graphics course with Leah. Leah was both informative, clear and always available. Thank you!
I gained much much much more than i ever imagined!.
I have been waiting for a course like this for years… I cant believe I am receiving top quality graphic design training, while sitting at home wearing my snood and crocs.
The course is just great, it exceeds every expectation
The classes were so interesting and I learned a lot from the constructive criticism. Thank you for always being available, during class or by email, and for helping me produce my great portfolio.
I learned so much from Zippy Thumim. Her teaching style is clear with alot of real life examples. Her critiques were balanced – giving encouragement to keep me going and constructive feedback to help me improve. She was available for help ‘after hours’ which I will always appreciate. She gave me solid design knowledge and tools to take into the job market.
Quoted from a letter in the Family First:
Thanks to Zippy Thumim (my incredible teacher from Graphic Design School) to whom I owe so much!
I want to tell you again how thrilled I am with the AutoCad course in general! It is a fantastic course and I feel like I am really proficient in CAD and have a good handle on sketchup. Thank you!!!
I feel that design alive enhanced my work greatly, and made me a more educated designer.
I found work but I had connections going in. What I learned at design alive certainly gave me the confidence to pursue those connections. Thanks for everything!
I am so happy that I chose Design Alive!
In just one year I have learnt so much and thanks to Design Alive I can now work with confidence.”
The Web design course is fast-paced, but that’s what I love about it. If it would be slower, I would be bored. I find it perfect- the concepts are explained and then demonstrated in a very clear way. Our questions are all answered very quickly, and I feel like I really get any help that I need. I keep telling people how much I’m loving web design and how it’s so up my alley!!! I can’t wait to learn more!! Thank you so much!!!
I wanted to say thank you for teaching me so much.. i always tell everyone what a great program Design Alive is. Thank you!!
I was in DesignAlive Web Design Class that finished around a year ago and I want to say a huge THANK YOU!! I really learned so much, not only the material but also how to figure things out on my own. I am working for over half a year now at web design/development office.
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