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The Self Study Version
The Self-Study Version
Now Open—
A 6-week design course where you’ll stop settling for ‘good enough’ and start building layouts that don’t just sit there—they work their ass off.
Let’s be honest, just being able to make shit look good isn’t the flex it used to be. AI can churn out something half-decent in seconds (if you even know what you’re doing), and anyone can drag and drop their way through Canva to build something that’ll ‘do the job’.
But design that actually hits has logic, rhythm, and soul behind it—it moves people, it makes sense, and it it sells. Layout Legends teaches you how to design with all that intention built in, so your work feels sharp, confident, and impossible to ignore.
"Good enough" isn’t good enough. Not here.
Sick layouts don’t justify a bigger invoice — knowing your shit does.
Clients will always find something to tweak, and tbh, that’s not the problem. The problem is when you start doubting yourself because you can’t explain why your layout works. The second you can back your decisions with logic, everything changes, the feedback slows down, the confidence kicks in, and you actually sound like the expert you are.
Layout Legends —
Sign Up Open — Self-Study Only
Sign Up Open — Self-Study Only
“This whole course has just been a a really solid, stable and available, good energy type of feel. It’s foundational, and it's comprehensive, so I keep coming back to it all when I'm ready.
It felt like a course I could do without any pressure, which made it easier for me to work through. Other courses I've felt guilty for not participating enough, or not getting through it fast enough or at all.
I also use the Layout Library all the time as well as the How-To Library. I used the Death to Stock discount code too, thanks a million, and loads of the resources.
I rate it hard.”
— Ellie (Round 1)
Badass layouts aren’t just a “nice to have.”
They’re the difference between ‘cool idea’ and ‘shut up and take my money’.
A killer layout makes people stop, pay attention, and feel something—because when it’s done right, it’s not just design. It’s strategy, psychology, and magic all rolled into one.
Here’s the thing: you don’t need a fancy design degree to figure this shit out.
You just need to learn the rules—when to follow them, when to break them, and how to make every single piece of your layout do it’s job.
This isn’t a course about tools—it’s about mastery.
Squarespace, Canva, Figma, Showit, Notion, a fucking Word doc—it doesn’t matter where you’re designing. When you master the craft, the platform works for you—not the other way around.
But don’t stress—we still get practical. There’s tutorials across a whole bunch of different platforms to help you bring layouts to life—but the real focus is on sharpening your design instincts.
How do I make my work feel human when AI can mimic style in seconds?
How do you make design decisions with confidence instead of guessing what “looks good”?
How do you find your own style when every feed looks like a fucking copy-paste job?
How do you explain your creative choices to clients so they trust your vision (and skills)?
What separates a layout that gets likes from one that actually gets results & sales?
How do you design something that still feels fresh after the trend cycle moves on?
Here’s what you get
When your layout actually pulls its weight—
This is made for two groups of people—
DIY-ers
You’re an Intermediate to Experienced DIY-er who’s tapped-the-fuck-out on ‘quick tips’, and ready to learn the foundations of good design.
You’re pretty familiar tools like Canva, how to update your website, and a few other design programs (like Squarespace, Photoshop, etc).
You’re sick of staring at the screen, moving shit around aimlessly, hoping it’ll magically look better.
You’re over the generic design tips—you actually want to understand what makes a layout work (so you don’t have to keep guessing every time).
You want to stop playing it safe, second-guessing yourself, and relying on templates—and design with confidence.
Designers
You’re a Beginner to Intermediate Designer and you want to put in the work to hone your craft, with support & community.
You know your layouts aren’t bad, but they’re not great either—and you’re sick of feeling like your work is just okay.
You’re ready to stop playing by the rules, experiment more, and design with purpose instead of just throwing things together to get projects over the finish line.
You want to be in a space where you can get real feedback, support, and actually evolve as a designer—instead of designing in a vacuum and second-guessing everything.
You’re looking for a place to refine your craft, sharpen your eye, and connect with other designers doing the same.
This is not for you if…
You’re a complete beginner to design and have never used Canva, Squarespace, Showit, Photoshop, or any design software before.
You’re after a super technical course—I’ll show you how to build layouts across different platforms, but this isn’t about mastering just one tool.
You’re looking for quick hacks or plug & play templates instead of actually learning why layouts work (this is about mastering the craft, not just slapping shit together).
You’re not willing to practice, get feedback, and improve—because great design takes work.
Closes Oct 31
Sign up is only open for a two weeks, ending October 31, 2025.
The Dates
This October/November intake of Layout legends is SELF-PACED.
The Price
$1,950 CAD
(Approx $1,400 USD)
A Payment Plan is available.
You’ll leave
Layout Legends with the confidence and skills to…
Understand why your layouts work—not just that they look good.
“I always knew what felt good, but not WHY.”—from a student in Round 1. Once you can explain the logic behind your design decisions, you stop guessing and start leading. That’s the shift from “pretty” to fucking powerful.
Use whitespace like a designer who gives a shit.
Whitespace isn’t nothing, it’s what gives your layouts flow, rhythm, and depth. One student said, “The way you taught whitespace and flow changed the way I look at things. It's helped me create the spaciousness and vibe so much better for client's work.”
Hold your own in client convos.
“The way you explained hierarchy and spacing made it so much easier to back myself.” That’s the goal. When a client throws a “make it pop” your way, you’ll know exactly what to say, and it won’t be “okay.” You’ll be able to stand your ground because you actually understand your work.
Design with intention, strategy and backbone.
I talk about this a lot in the course, the Donald Judd quote: “Design has to work. Art doesn’t.” Once you really understand that, you stop designing purely for aesthetics and start designing for impact. This is where every damn choice earns its place.
Find your own style, and make it outlast the trends.
Design trends fade fast, but taste and backbone don’t. One student said, “That lesson about mixing different vibes changed everything, it finally made my work feel alive again.” You’ll stop chasing what’s trending and start creating work that still feels fresh a year from now, because it actually has substance behind it.
“The best thing about Layout Legends was having a container to explore outside of what I normally do for web design.
Since I invested in it, I took it more seriously than I would just browsing others work. It gave me a chance to look at others work through a design and layout specific lens that I haven't necessarily done before. I always knew what felt good, but not WHY. Now I can explain the why better and clearer to myself and to my clients.
As always, I'm so inspired by your eye and use of layouts themselves. Your ability to look at something from a different lens than how everyone is using the same building blocks (especially in Squarespace).
Your expert feedback was invaluable to elevating my designs.
It's an absolute no brainer for separating yourself from everyone else out there—especially in the age of AI.”
— Ashley (Round 1)
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This isn’t another design biz course. Here we focus on how to be a great designer.
Because guess what? If you want to build a sustainable biz, and you want to build true works of art with real depth and soul (and not just basic bitch shit anyone with access to Canva can do, ahem), you gotta devote yourself to the skill itself, design.
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16+ years in the design game.
I studied Design in New Zealand (a Bachelor of Media Arts, majoring in Graphic Design), and I’ve been in the game as a Designer for over 16 years now. And guess what my favourite kind of design is? Layouts. It’s my shit, and it’s always been something I’ve considered my ‘zone’, and now I’m super stoked to share it with you.
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Super chill, straightforward, no bullshit learning style.
My teaching style is super straightforward and easily digestable, because thats the kind of content I find just works, and it’s so much more enjoyable. The course is divided into digestible videos, along with multiple prompts and actionable steps throughout, so you’re learning and doing, with my support along the way.
Customer love for some of my other offerings…
“I can say with 100% certainty that Sian’s courses are the real deal. I have taken two from her and both times I have been impressed by the content, knowledge, and skills she possesses. She has a way conveying information in a digestible way and she shares so much value. I’ve always walked away learning so much.”
— Hayley Cole
“I've taken your courses before, love your work, not only your design style and outlook but how much you over-deliver, and knew The Stash would be such as great investment for my business and development as a creative. Your design style is beyond anyone in the industry and I'll never stop complimenting you for it! You're the bomb Sian. ”
— Naomi Chambers
“I appreciate all the value that you have shared, that I wasn't expecting in addition to the course content, its been fabulous and really helped with my confidence as a designer moving forward. I realised at the end of the course that there is so much of the same-same going around, that I really have to put my blinkers on from the competition and just follow my heart and do me. Thank you so much!”
— Emma Lodge
What’s Inside—
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Layout Legends, the 6-week course. See below for the FULL Lesson Breakdown and more details.
This includes lifetime (aka, the lifetime of the course) access.
No sneaky 6-month limits or disappearing content. You keep all course materials and bonuses for as long as the course exists. (1:1 feedback is available only during the 6-week live course.)
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Design Feedback is only included for the LIVE Experience, for those on the Legend Tier. (Not the self paced version).
Think of this as your always-on design feedback space for the entire 6 weeks—plus private 1:1 feedback on your final project.
Got a layout that’s not quite working? Drop it in the open feedback chat inside Circle anytime. Whether it’s coursework or a real project, I’ll be there with hands-on guidance to help you refine, tweak, and make sure every layout works—not just looks good.
This is an open group space, meaning you’ll not only get feedback on your own work, but you’ll also learn by seeing what others are working on—so everyone benefits.
You’ll always get direct, actionable feedback from me. No vague “love this!” comments—just real insights you can actually use.
For your final project, you’ll get private 1:1 feedback from me. A dedicated review to help you fine-tune your work and make it as strong as possible.
If you ever want extra input from the group, just ask. No unsolicited noise—just the right support when you need it.
*This is NOT included on the Indie Tier.
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Design is better when we’re in it together. Inside Layout Legends, you’re not just learning solo—you’re stepping into a community of designers who give a shit about the craft.
With multiple chat spaces, you can get feedback on your work, see what others are creating, and swap ideas in real time. Found a killer layout in the wild? Share it. Stuck on something? Get fresh eyes. Want to nerd out over typography? Go for it.
This is where we push the craft forward—together. Because the best design work doesn’t happen in a vacuum.
*This is NOT included on the Indie Tier.
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BONUS — You’ll get access to The Layout Library (valued at $197 in my shop).
The Layout Library is a database of 60 pro-designed layout wireframes to save your ass from starting from scratch on every single design.
I’ve spent the last 13 years tackling every layout challenge imaginable, so these wireframes can handle whatever you throw at them—from sprucing up your website, to jazzing up your next Instagram campaign or crafting a killer PDF.
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The How-To Library is where all the short, punchy tutorials live — no fluff, no 45-minute rambles, just 5–15 minute videos that get straight to the point.
You’ll find real-world design moves, tech tricks, and BTS walkthroughs across all the go-to apps — like softening stiff layouts, turning type into texture, or giving flat backgrounds a bit of life. It’s the stuff that makes your work sharper, faster, and a hell of a lot more fun to make.
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The Bonuses & Resources section is stacked with the good shit — all the cheat sheets, quick-ref tools, and mini workshops from inside the course, plus a few extras to make things even better.
You’ll get an exclusive lifetime 33% off code for Death to Stock, free access to my Sell Your Shit workshop (normally $95), obvs The Layout Library (valued at $197) ,and a stash of templates, guides, and creative frameworks to help you stay organized, inspired, and on your shit.
Access everything anywhere, anytime. Layout Legends is hosted inside the Circle platform, so the entire course, feedback & community spaces, and bonuses are all in ONE easy spot for ya. It’s even got a sick Apple & Android app too.
— Rick Rubin
The Lessons
Layout Legends is split into 4 parts because all good design starts with strong foundations—and so does this course.
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The Basics
Good design isn’t just vibes—it’s structure, contrast, and hierarchy.
We’re diving into the fundamentals that make a layout work, so you’re building with purpose, not half-assed guesswork. Learn how to use grids, type, imagery, and balance to create layouts that not only stand out, but they work.
Lesson 1 | The DNA of Good Design—The Non-Negotiables of Good Design
Lesson 2 | Mastering Grids & Wireframes—How to Stop Guessing & Start Designing with Structure
Lesson 3 | The Power Trio: How Color, Type & Imagery Can Make (or Break) Your Design
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The Techniques
Now that you’ve got the foundations down, it’s time to experiment.
This week we’re all about movement, rhythm, and depth—learning how to break out of predictable layouts and create something fresh. You’ll explore different techniques, play with layering, contrast, and flow, and start refining your own unique style without just copying what’s out there.
Lesson 4 | The Blank Screen Framework—A Foolproof Way to Kick Off Any Design
Lesson 5 | Designing From A Brief: Laying the Groundwork for Solid Layouts
Lesson 6 | 7 Core Layout Types You Need To Know — Make Your Layouts Flow (Without Overthinking Every Damn Detail)
Lesson 7 | Stop Copy-Pasting & Start Designing Like You Give a Shit—Developing Your Unique Style
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The Practical
Aka, the real-world shit we never learned in design school.
This is where we go beyond theory and dive into real-world layout design—working from briefs, designing for different platforms, and knowing when to follow the rules (and when to break them).
Lesson 8 | Systems That Do the Heavy Lifting: Simple, Repeatable Design Rules That Make Your Layouts Feel Consistent and Pro
Lesson 9 | Design Rule-Breaking 101: How To Push Boundaries Without Losing Function
Lesson 10 | Judging Your Own Work: The Designer’s Eye: How To Step Back And See What’s Working (Or Not)
Lesson 11 | Working With The Tools: How To Make Your Layouts Work On Any Platform, Any Time
Includes Tutorials for: Canva, Squarespace, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop.
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Let’s Design
This is where you create a finished, portfolio-worthy project that you can use in your own business, sell as a product, or showcase in your portfolio.
No more "just for practice"—this one counts. Go all in on something that gets you stoked, or, if you want structure, I’ve got a list of design projects and ‘fake’ clients to work from. And you won’t be doing it alone—you’ll have my full support and guidance to help you make it your best work yet.
Here are a few ways you could take this project and run with it:
Redesign your website (because you’ve been putting it off forevs).
Design a template series for Canva, Squarespace, or another platform.
Create a mini magazine, zine, or creative guide and get it printed.
Build a full layout system for a dream client, real or made-up.
Launch a new resource or product like a workbook or lead magnet.
Try something new—print, packaging, or a fresh new website design.
A Look Inside
A Look Inside Layout Legends
Sign Up Open — Self-Study Only
Sign Up Open — Self-Study Only
How it goes down
Video Lessons, Action Steps Throughout
No filler bullshit, just straight-up lessons with design action steps to apply as you go.
Real-World Examples & Design-With-Me Videos
See layouts come together in real time, so you’re not just learning—you’re doing.
A Hands-On Final Project
Apply what you’ve learned and finish with a solid piece you can actually use.
Extra Time for Catch-Up & Deep Work
Because life happens. Get bonus time to refine your work and wrap up your final project.
Full Access, No Cutoffs
No disappearing content—keep all materials & bonuses as long as the course exists.
Easy Access Anytime, Anywhere
Jump into Layout Legends easily with the Circle app to watch new lessons, grab bonuses, chat, and get feedback on the go.
I’ve bloody love design. There’s something about bringing together different elements, from imagery to words to illustrations, and making it all make sense, giving it balance & harmony, creating a piece you can’t help but take a second look at and think, 'fuck, that’s good.'
Beyond just making things look cool, graphic design gives these elements a bigger purpose; it has a job to do, to get a point across, or to make people pay attention.
Layout Legends is the culmination of my 16+ years in the game, all brought together into a fun-as-fuck playground of design where you get to hone your craft, and I get to help you do it. I couldn’t be more stoked about bringing this to life.
It’s gonna be a damn good time.
It’s creative independence in an industry hooked on shortcuts and trends. It’s how you build work with a backbone, not just borrowed aesthetics. It’s how you make your work impossible to ignore. Because when you back your craft, you back yourself.
This is your creative edge, your secret weapon—the one thing AI, templates, and trends can’t replace.
You don’t just learn layout design in this course. You own it. For life.
Join Now
Sign Up OPEN NOW—Closes October 31st
The Indie—
Self-Study
$1,950 CAD
(Approx $1,400 USD)
For the self-starters who like to do things their own way—you want the full Layout Legends course and all the resources, but you don’t need the extra feedback or community support.
This option is for you if you prefer to learn at your own pace, experiment in your own time, and apply what you learn without outside input.
🌿 Layout Legends—The Self-Paced 6-Week Course
📆 Instant Access—Get Part 1 of Layout Legends right away, with the rest dropping weekly from November 3.
👩💻 The Layout Library (Valued at $197)—Instant Access
📚 The Resource Library & Extra Bonuses—Instant Access
🎥 The How-To Library—5-10min tutorials packed with design tips, tech tricks, and behind-the-scenes moves across all the go-to design apps
😎 Upgrade Option—When the Live Version of Layout Legends returns in Q1 2026, Indie students will get first dibs, plus an exclusive alumni offer if they choose to join.
Sign up closes Friday October 31, 2025.
Sign Up CLOSED—Opens Q1 2026
The Legend—
Live Experience
$2,750 CAD
(Approx $1,932 USD)
The difference between learning layout design and actually applying it with confidence is feedback, iteration, and seeing how others approach the craft—and that’s exactly what you get here inside the full Layout Legends experience.
Instead of figuring it all out solo, you’ll have a space to test ideas, get input, and refine your work in real time, just like in a real studio setting.
🌿 Layout Legends—The Live 6-Week Course
👩💻 The Layout Library (Valued at $197)—Instant Access
📚 The Resource Library & Extra Bonuses—Instant Access
🎥 The How-To Library—5-10min tutorials packed with design tips, tech tricks, and behind-the-scenes moves across all the go-to design apps
📦 The Print Pack—A stash of exclusive printed goods, mailed worldwide.
👏 Design Feedback & Support—Open group feedback for all 6 weeks + private 1:1 feedback on your final project.
💁♀️ Community Access—A space to see how others in the squad are thinking, building, and refining their layouts, because the fastest way to get better is to stop designing in a vacuum.
The Live Version of Layout Legends will be open again in Q1 2026.
“The way you taught whitespace and flow changed the way I look at things. It's also helped me create the spaciousness and vibe so much better for client's work.
My own branding feels cleaner, consistent, and so much more me. And my client work and feedback is stronger—they're loving my work recently and so happy with it. I actually know what to look for now (self-taught designer over here!), have the language around it, and I move quicker with better decisions. I feel so much more confident in my work now.
I would absolutely 100% recommend Layout Legends. It’s a fast track to design that works in the real world. There's nothing like it out there. You teach the essentials and (my favourite part) how to apply them. It gives pro results without years of schooling or tens of thousands of dollars.”
— Deanne (Round 1)
FAQ
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The core lessons are designed to be binge-able or taken at your own pace. Plan for 3–5+ hours a week if you want to fully engage, practice, and get feedback.
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There are no refunds. Everything you need to know about this course is listed here, if you have any questions about anything shoot me a DM, I would be happy to help clarify anything for you! @sianricho
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This course is best for designers and DIY-ers with AT LEAST basic grasp of some design tools. If you know how to place text and images in Canva, Adobe programs, Squarespace, Showit, etc you’re good. If you're brand new to design, this might be a little fast-paced.
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Nope. The skills you’ll learn apply to any design tool—whether you’re using Canva, Figma, Showit, Photoshop, or something else. That’s the beauty of learning layout principles instead of just templates. There’s also tutorials included for multiple platforms to help you dive into a new one, too.
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You keep access to all the lessons & bonuses for as long as the course exists. Feedback spaces will close, but you’ll have everything you need to keep honing your craft.
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Hell yes. Even if you’ve been designing for years, this course will push your layouts further, sharpen your instincts, and help you design with more confidence and clarity. You won’t just make things look good—you’ll know exactly why they work (or don’t), so you can create layouts that actually pull their weight in any project.
Think of it like refining your craft at a higher level—learning pro-level layout techniques, speeding up your workflow, and building layouts that not only look great but get real results (for you, your brand, or your clients). Plus, the community feedback alone is worth its weight in gold—because seeing other designers' work evolve in real-time is a game-changer.
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Yes—but only on the Legend Option. (The Indie Tier does not include any feedback). On your final project, you’ll get private, 1:1 feedback directly from me to help you refine and elevate your work. Throughout the course, you’ll also get group feedback inside the community spaces, where I’ll be jumping in, and you’ll see how others are improving their layouts in real time.
And here’s the thing—group feedback is insanely valuable. Watching other designers solve the same problems, seeing small tweaks that completely change a layout, and getting a behind-the-scenes look at how different people approach design? That kind of exposure sharpens your instincts and levels up your work way faster than going at it alone.
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Nope, not right now. All support & community happens inside the group chats, so you’re not tied down to time zones or forced to fit calls into your schedule. That said, there might be some pop-up group chats or design-with-me sessions along the way to dive into specific topics or work through layouts together.
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Yes! If you join on the Indie Tier you’ll have the option to upgrade to the Legends Tier for any live rounds.
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Your order will automatically process in the currency of the card you use, no need to do anything differently.