Dave Clayton

About

Dave Clayton is a graphic designer, author, speaker and Adobe Learn instructor with more than 30 years’ experience in design, marketing and creative education. Throughout his career he has worked with businesses of all sizes while helping thousands of designers and creative professionals build confidence with Adobe Creative Cloud.

A regular presenter at events including Adobe MAX, CreativePro, Photoshop World, KelbyOne and the Print Design Summit, Dave is known for delivering practical, engaging sessions packed with real-world techniques that attendees can apply immediately. He is also the author of How Do I Do That in InDesign? (Rocky Nook), a popular guide for designers looking to become more productive in Adobe InDesign.

Away from the stage, Dave is co-host of the popular design podcast He Shoots, He Draws, where he chats with creative professionals from around the world about design, creativity and the industry they love. He’s also an avid collector of graphic design books, with a personal library of more than 600 titles that continues to inspire both his work and his teaching.

Whether teaching beginners or experienced professionals, Dave’s passion is making creative software approachable, enjoyable and genuinely useful for everyone.