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Graphic Design Bible: The Definitive Guide to Contemporary and Historical Graphic Design for Designers and Creatives

AUTHOR Inglis, Theo
PUBLISHER Prestel Publishing (10/03/2023)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

Description
This concise, accessible, and thoroughly modern guide to contemporary and historical graphic design is a must-have for designers and creatives in every medium.

As visually compelling as it is packed with information, this handbook to the fundamentals of graphic design covers the history and theory of graphic design from the past 150 years.

Organized around broader subjects of history, theory, practice, typography and media, it dives into numerous specific topics-- from Bauhaus to digital design; Gestalt theory to kitsch; social protest movements to social media. It explores the building blocks of design as well as leading-edge tools and techniques. Each topic is presented in eye-catching spreads that feature numerous illustrative examples, insightful quotations, and suggestions for further reading.

Whether they're just starting out or looking to invigorate an established practice, graphic professionals and students of all stripes will find a bounty of information and inspiration in this essential guide.

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Product Details
ISBN-13: 9783791389905
ISBN-10: 3791389904
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 320
Carton Quantity: 16
Product Dimensions: 6.40 x 1.10 x 8.00 inches
Weight: 1.90 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Price on Product
Country of Origin: CN
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BISAC Categories
Design | Graphic Arts - Typography
Design | History & Criticism
Design | Popular Culture
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This concise, accessible, and thoroughly modern guide to contemporary and historical graphic design is a must-have for designers and creatives in every medium.

As visually compelling as it is packed with information, this handbook to the fundamentals of graphic design covers the history and theory of graphic design from the past 150 years.

Organized around broader subjects of history, theory, practice, typography and media, it dives into numerous specific topics-- from Bauhaus to digital design; Gestalt theory to kitsch; social protest movements to social media. It explores the building blocks of design as well as leading-edge tools and techniques. Each topic is presented in eye-catching spreads that feature numerous illustrative examples, insightful quotations, and suggestions for further reading.

Whether they're just starting out or looking to invigorate an established practice, graphic professionals and students of all stripes will find a bounty of information and inspiration in this essential guide.

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