Graphic design Books
Thames & Hudson Ltd Branding In Five and a Half Steps
Book SynopsisMichael Johnson is one of the world?s leading graphic designers and brand consultants. His studio, johnson banks, is responsible for the rebranding of many notable clients, including Virgin Atlantic, Think London, BFI, Christian Aid, and MORE TH>N, and he has garnered a plethora of awards in the process.BrandingBrandingTrade Review'A stone cold classic … Johnson is a phenomenal writer, whose passion is infectious, and the book has a compelling narrative' - Creative BloqTable of ContentsIntroduction • 1. Investigate • 2. Strategy and Narrative • 2.5. Bridging the Gap • 3. Design • 4. Implement • 5. Engage or Revive
£28.00
Brand Nu Limited Book of Branding a guide to creating brand
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£18.04
Thames and Hudson Ltd Margaret Calvert Woman at Work
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£45.00
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Making and Breaking the Grid Third Edition
Book SynopsisTake your design work to the next level with Making and Breaking the Grid: A Graphic Design Layout Workshop (Third Edition), the essential easy-to-use guide for designers working in every medium. With over 150,000 copies in print, this new edition makes a classic text relevant to a new generation of designers. Updates include: A cross-cultural inclusive re-envisioning of design history related to the grid, including alternative approaches to layout Expanded discussion of grid use in interactive, UX/UI scenarios Greater equity in the representation of design work by women and BIPOC designers Grids are the most basic and essential forms in graphic design—and they can be the most rigid. This book shows you how to understand the rules of the grid to use them effectively, and then how to break them, resulting in phenomenal cohesive layouts. Timothy Samara explains the histoTable of ContentsThoughts on Structure An Introduction MAKING THE GRID BREAKING THE GRID Coming to Order A Brief History of the Grid in Visual Communication Understanding Grids __________ The Basics of Structured Organization Building a Grid __________ Making the Structure That Suits Your Needs Using a Grid __________ Considerations and Best Practices EXHIBITS Design Projects Based on Grids On the Other Hand A Historical Survey of Non-Structural Design Tendencies Alternative Architectures __________ Structure Beyond Grid Structure Intuitive, Relational, and Conceptual __________ Liberating Layout Strategies Considering the Practical in the Impractical __________ Reconciling Usability and Weirdness EXHIBITS Design Projects Without Grids Directory of Contributors Index by Subject Recommended Reading About the Author/ Acknowledgments
£23.80
Ebury Publishing Burn After Writing (Illustrated): TIK TOK MADE ME
Book SynopsisFOR FANS OF WRECK THIS JOURNAL - *THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION* - FOR READERS AGE 12+What would the movie of your life look like? This fun, creative illustrated journal challenges you to map out your dream life and colour it in!Social media encourages us to share everything. As a silent act of rebellion, this illustrated edition of Burn After Writing invites you to put your phone down, pick your pen up and turn sharing nothing into an art. Draw yourself in and express what you really think... This is an interactive book that's all about you, and just for you - your very own game of Truth or Dare. Write in it, draw on it, colour it in. And when you're finished, toss it, hide it, or Burn After Writing. [Previously published as Burn After Writing Teen]
£9.49
Michel albin SA Ricard
£49.50
Niggli Verlag Structuring Design: Graphic Grids in Theory and
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£23.96
Taschen GmbH Logo Design. Global Brands
Book SynopsisFollowing up on the best-selling Bibliotheca Universalis logo manual, this second volume focuses on corporate identity. In a globalized world, more and more symbols convey values such as trust, quality, or reliability. This catalog comprehensively breaks down how texts, images, and ideas are condensed into distinctive brands. From airlines and groceries, sportswear and computers, museums, and magazines, to car brands, music labels, pharmaceuticals, and internet portals, this band offers around 4,500 brand logos including complete background information about designers, year of origin, and country, as well as brands and companies. A great reference book for anyone interested in the ideas and concepts that branding is based on.
£17.00
Chronicle Books Am I Overthinking This
Book SynopsisThe "how do I become an adult?" is your not-too-serious answers to all the questions you are probably overthinking.
£999.99
Batsford Ltd Mid-Century Modern Graphic Design
Book SynopsisA visual and comprehensive guide to a hugely popular graphic style. The distinctive aesthetic of mid-century design captured the post-war zeitgeist of energy and progress, and remains hugely popular today. In Mid-Century Modern Graphic Design Theo Inglis takes an in-depth look at the innovative graphics of the period, writing about the work of artists and designers from all over the world. From book covers, record covers and posters to advertising, typography and illustration, the designs feature eye-popping colour palettes, experimental type and prints that buzz with kinetic energy. The book features artworks from a wide selection of international designers and illustrators whose work continues to inspire and influence today, including Ray Eames, Paul Rand, Alex Steinweiss, Joseph Low, Alvin Lustig, Elaine Lustig Cohen, Leo Lionni, Rudolph de Harak, Abram Games, Tom Eckersley, Ivan Chermayeff, Josef Albers, Corita Kent, Jim Flora, Ben Shahn, Herbert Bayer and Helen Borten. Theo draws from a broad range of sources including advertising, magazine covers, record sleeves, travel posters and children’s book illustration to show the development of the design style globally, and how this continues to influence design today. The book is packed with hundreds of colour illustrations, including classic designs, such as Saul Bass’ film posters and Miroslav Šašek’s children’s books, alongside lesser-known gems.Trade Review'A rich visual feast that offers hours of browsing pleasure … [Inglis’] writing is at all times deft and elegant.' * Letter Press Project *'A highly browsable visual feast' * C20 Magazine *'The hundreds of eye-popping illustrations provoke both delight and nostalgia.' * Wall Street Journal *'One of those rare books that’ll give the layperson a formal education and still entice the self-professed experts' * It's Nice That *'An essential guide to the mid-century style' * Creative Bloq *
£21.21
Templar Publishing Art of Protest: What a Revolution Looks Like
Book Synopsis2023 WINNER OF THE BOLOGNA RAGAZZI AWARD!2022 WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK DESIGN & PRODUCTION AWARDS IN THE CHILDREN'S TRADE 9 TO 16 CATEGORY!"Start making. Start being the change you want to see in this world." - De NicholsFrom Keith Haring to Extinction Rebellion, the civil rights movement to Black Lives Matter, what does a revolution look like? Discover the power of words and images in this thought-provoking look at protest art by highly acclaimed artivist, De Nichols. With an emphasis on design, analyse each artwork to understand how colour, symbolism, technique, typography and much more play an important role in communication, and learn about some of the most influential historical movements.Tips and activities are also included to get you started on making some of your own protest art.Guided by activist, lecturer and speaker De Nichol's powerful own narrative and stunningly illustrated by a collaboration of young artists from around the world, including Diana Dagadita, Olivia Twist, Molly Mendoza, Raul Oprea and Diego Becas, Art of Protest is as inspiring as it is empowering.
£11.69
Thames & Hudson Ltd The Art of the Illustrated Book Victoria and
Book SynopsisThe story of the illustrated book from the earliest printed books to the present day, told through the collections of the V&A's National Art Library. This is the story of the illustrated book, from the earliest printed examples to the present day, told through the collections of the National Art Library at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London a library that was created to bring together examples of superlative book-making on almost every subject. Gathered here are some of the most influential, compelling and striking examples of the illustrated book, arranged thematically in chapters devoted to subjects such as art, literature, religion, architecture, natural history, fashion, and shopping. Brimming with innovative and beautiful examples, ranging from well-known titles, such as Owen Jones's Grammar of Ornament and James Audubon's Birds of America, to other wonderful but less familiar publications, this collection offers a fascinating overview of some of the finest illustTrade Review'A tour d’horizon of book illustrations using 153 examples from the collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum’s National Art Library. Capsule entries on these objects are paired with stunning photographic reproductions, assuring this title a place on many Christmas lists' - The New Criterion'Lavishly illustrated... Stunning' - ChoiceTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Religion 2. Natural History 3. Travel 4. Fables & Folk Tales 5. Literature 6. Art Making 7. Art History 8. Architecture 9. Ornament and Pattern 10. Festivals 11. World Fairs 12. Fashion 13. Shopping
£36.00
Octopus Publishing Group The Central Saint Martins Guide to Art & Design:
Book SynopsisExplore and expand your creative skill set with The Central Saint Martins Guide to Art & Design, fully updated in 2023 in line with the current course, with a new afterword by Rathna Ramanathan, Head of Central Saint Martins.Guided by key lessons from college tutors, you'll learn to expand your creative abilities and develop your own visual language. Exclusive projects from the world-class Central Saint Martins Foundation Diploma in Art and Design will inspire your experiments and unlock your potential across four key areas: communication design, fashion and textiles, fine art and three-dimensional design. No matter which discipline you choose to pursue, this book will help you discover who you want to be and set you on the path to achieving it.'Do you care about heartbreaking beauty, fresh new ideas, astounding craftsmanship, ingenious solutions, the tingle of a shocking image? Would you make art even if it wasn't your job? Then this is the book for you' - Grayson Perry
£24.00
Verlag Niggli How Communication Design Works
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£36.00
Victionary Sans In Use
Book SynopsisShowcasing creative pairings and ingenious applications of Serif and Sans Serif typefaces as well as a rich selection of type specimen, Sans in Use and Serif in Use act as a reference point to inspire type designers and type lovers alike. In the world of typography, it is not uncommon to see combinations of serif and sans serif typefaces in the same design. However, it takes skill to combine them in order to avoid tension and clashes, and ensure maximum readability of the text in the design. From font weights to classifications, each font has its own distinct personality, and should be carefully paired to convey the right tone and mood of the design. Featuring a selection of type specimens, their design applications, and the thoughts that go behind the craft, Sans in Use / Serif in Use collates the best combinations of the two typeface categories and serves as a reference point for inspiration-seeking designers and typographers alike.
£32.00
Yale University Press Art of the Grimoire
Book SynopsisA copiously illustrated global history of magic books, from ancient papyri to pulp paperbacksTrade Review“A richly illustrated study that ranges from ancient Greek and Egyptian papyri to Japanese encyclopaedias of demons.”—Apollo Magazine“A beautiful production: a typographic and calligraphic treat as treasurable as a rare magical text itself. Almost every page is filled with wonder.”—Suzi Feay, The Spectator“This is simply the best illustrated history of magical texts yet written, covering the whole of history and of the planet with equal erudition.”—Ronald Hutton, Bristol University“An utterly compelling and timely exploration of a neglected artistic tradition, with vast implications for our understanding of magic’s visual history and the role of material culture in shaping its transmission across the centuries.”—Bruce Holsinger, University of Virginia“Through its innovative focus on magical texts and images, Art of the Grimoire presents an admirably global survey of the history of magic across space and time.”—Michael D. Bailey, Iowa State University
£23.75
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Design and Science
Book SynopsisLeslie Atzmon is Professor of Graphic Design at Eastern Michigan University, USA. She has authored and edited several books, including Encountering Things (Bloomsbury, 2017) with Prasad Boradkar, and Visual Rhetoric and the Eloquence of Design (2011). She is the editor, with Teal Triggs, of The Graphic Design Reader (Bloomsbury, 2018).
£26.59
Rockport Publishers A History of Brands
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£17.09
Princeton Architectural Press Graphic Design: The New Basics, revised and
Book Synopsis"A longstanding excellent primer, in an equally excellent updated edition."—Print Ellen Lupton and Jennifer Cole Phillips's celebrated introduction to graphic design, available in a revised and updated edition. Graphic Design: The New Basics explains the key concepts of visual language that inform any work of design. A foundational graphic design book for students, Lupton and Phillips explore the formal elements of design through visual demonstrations and concise commentary. From logos to letterhead to complex website design, this is a graphic design book for everyone, no matter your design project or focus. Topics include: • Color • Texture • Rhythm and balance • Hierarchy • Layers • Grids • And much more! The new revised edition features new chapters on: • Visualizing data • Typography • Modes of representation • Gestalt principles Sixteen new pages of student and professional work covering such topics as working with grids and designing with color make this a course adoption favorite in any graphic design program and graphic design school. Graphic Design: The New Basics is an invaluable introduction to the field of graphic design from two accomplished designers and design educators.
£18.69
Laurence King Publishing How to be a Graphic Designer...2nd edition
Book SynopsisGraphic designers constantly complain that there is no career manual to guide them through the profession. Adrian Shaughnessy draws on a wealth of experience to provide just such a handbook. Aimed at the independent-minded, it addresses the concerns of young designers who want to earn a living by doing expressive and meaningful work and avoid becoming a hired drone working on soulless projects. It offers straight-talking advice on how to establish your design career and suggestions - that you won't have been taught at college - for running a successful business. This revised edition contains all-new chapters covering professional skills; design thinking; and global trends, including social responsibility, ethics and the rise of digital culture. Also included are interviews with leading designers: Jonathan Barnbrook, Sara De Bondt, Stephen Doyle, Ben Drury, Paul Sahre, Dmitri Siegel, Sophie Thomas and Magnus Voll Mathiassen.
£16.99
Thames & Hudson Ltd The Graphic Language of Neville Brody 3
Book SynopsisThe long-awaited third monograph on the work of the most important British designer of his generation, showcasing projects from the last thirty years of his career. Neville Brodyâs work sits at the intersections between graphic design, communication design and graphic art, pushing boundaries and blurring lines between them as he fuses influences from art, design, fashion, music, low and high cultures. Brody has been one of the most consistently innovative and shapeshifting graphic designers of the past fifty years. He has produced a body of commercial work covering editorial, brand identity, typography, systems, information and interface design of unparalleled boldness and sophistication for global clients that include Shiseido, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Nikon, LVMH, Nike and Dom Perignon, and UK clients such as the BBC, Channel 4, Tate Modern and The Times. The Graphic Language of Neville Brody 3 also captures a body of one-off creative works and site-specific collaborations that are moTrade Review'Bold, brave and indisputably Brody' - ObserverTable of ContentsForewords Intro 1. Image and Word 2. Re:Fuse 3. Typo/Graphism 4. Anti/Pro 5. Type/DNA 6. System Addicts Outro/Backwords Talks
£42.50
Skyhorse Publishing The Elements of Graphic Design: Space, Unity,
Book SynopsisIn full color, with over 750 images to enhance and clarify the concepts, this thought-provoking resource is for graphic designers, professors, and students.This Third Edition, wholly revised and updated with essays on design thinking by seven industry leaders and a wealth of new images, provides designers, art directors, and students—regardless of experience—with a unique approach to thoughtful, convincing design. In full color with guidance on the rules of design and how to break them for the reader’s benefit. Contributing essayists are Niklaus Troxler, Geray Gençer, Ashley Schofield, Brian D. Miller, Fons Hickman, Max Shangle, and Tad Crawford. The Elements of Graphic Design, Third Edition describes how to:• Employ white space as a significant component of design• Define and reveal dominant images, words, and concepts• Use scale, position, and color to guide readers through levels of importance• Use type for maximum comprehension and value to the reader Educator, author, and thirty-five-year design veteran Alex W. White has assembled a wealth of information and examples in his exploration of what makes visual design both stunning and powerfully attractive to readers.Trade ReviewPraise for the Second Edition "White sets out key concepts of space, unity, page architecture, and typography for the benefit of other designers, art directors, and students. . . . A clear introduction; recommended for anyone learning or reviewing graphic design." —Library Journal “Alex W. White provides one of the clearest and most thoughtful introductions to graphic design that I’ve read. This book is also one of the few to really demystify the idea and use of white space in design—a topic that at once confuses young designers and causes seasoned clients to curl their lips with disdain. Read and learn.” —Alexander Isley, lecturer at Yale Graduate School of Art, past President of AIGA NY “The Elements of Graphic Design’s first edition has been one of the most useful books on the details of design and effective visual communication. The second edition is certain to become a standard in every design studio library.” —Sharon Werner, founder of Werner Design Werks “An expert educator, Alex W. White has purified the fundamentals of graphic design into a vigorous and all-embracing book. No matter what stage of your design career, this second edition of The Elements of Graphic Design is, or ought to be, required reading.” —Kevin Smith, AIGA awards recipient, Professor at Parsons, The New School for Design “Student or professional, if you need the ‘simple’ basics—or want to get to more ‘complex’ basics—if you don’t yet know the necessities of successful graphic design—or have forgotten them in the complexity of today’s overwhelming possibilities, here is the book for you. It’s by a guy who has quite a track record of speaking to both.” —Ed Fella, AIGA Medalist, Professor at CalArts’ graphic design program “This book explains what I try to get across to my designers: how to make all parts of a design work together. My office has a big library and this is the book I hand over when breakthroughs are needed.” —Matteo Bologna, CD and founder of Mucca Design, New York
£20.90
Merrell Publishers Ltd Branding Terror: The Logotypes and Iconography of
Book SynopsisTerrorist groups are no different from other organizations in their use of branding to promote their ideas and to distinguish themselves from groups that share similar aims. The branding they employ may contain complex systems of meaning and emotion; it conveys the group's beliefs and capabilities. Branding Terror is the first comprehensive survey of the visual identity of the world's major terrorist organizations, from al-Qaeda and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine to the Tamil Tigers. Each of the 60-plus entries contains a concise description of the group's ideology, leadership and modus operandi, and a brief timeline of events. The group's branding - the symbolism, colours and typography of its logo and flag - is then analysed in detail. Branding Terror does not seek to make any political statements; rather, it offers insight into an understudied area of counter-intelligence, and provides an original and provocative source of inspiration for graphic designers.
£22.46
Taschen GmbH Understanding the World. The Atlas of
Book SynopsisDazzling in scale, diversity and detail, the world never ceases to open our eyes and captivate our curiosity. Ever since the earliest cave paintings, humans have looked at this Earth that is our home and endeavored to understand it.This expansive visual atlas presents the most exciting, creative and inspiring ways of explaining the world in information graphics. Divided into five chapters, the book covers the environment, technology, economics, society, and culture to reveal some of the Earth’s greatest intricacies in accessible visual form. Featuring more than 280 graphics, reproduced in large scale including seven fold-out spreads, the collection focuses on the 21st century, but also includes historical masterpieces to put our current situation into perspective.Nigel Holmes introduces the book with an exclusive infographic of his own, while Sandra Rendgen provides an illustrated historical essay to explore how we have studied and interpreted our world over the centuries. With graphics drawn from such sources as Fortune, National Geographic, and The Guardian, this is not only a showcase of outstanding data design, but also a fascinating digest of where and how we live.Trade Review“The ultimate flick-book book for data addicts… Throughout the 400-plus pages of the TASCHEN encyclopaedia, culled from the finest in graphic journalism, the design game is pretty much at its top.” * Dazed Digital *
£37.50
Batsford Ltd Tom Eckersley: A Mid-century Modern Master
Book SynopsisAn overview of the work of 20th-century graphic design icon Tom Eckersley – packed with hundreds of his instantly recognisable designs. From iconic posters for the Post Office and London Transport to designs for brands such as Guinness, this richly illustrated book explores the work of influential British poster artist and design teacher Tom Eckersley (1914–1997). Part of the 'outsider' generation that transformed graphic design in Britain in the mid-century era, Eckersley’s instantly recognisable posters have become true icons of 20th-century style. Here, design writer and former Eckersley archivist Paul Rennie gives a fascinating exploration of Eckersley’s life and work, from his Northern upbringing and early career, through pioneering work during the Second World War, to his central role in mid-century graphic design in the decades that followed. Over 200 designs from throughout Eckersley’s career are featured. Made in his signature style combining bold, bright colours and flat graphic shapes, there are designs for clients such as the BBC, British Rail, Keep Britain Tidy, Gillette, BP and Shell. The book also examines Eckersley’s position at the forefront of the explosion of print culture in the 20th century, how he helped to transform design education in Britain, and the lasting legacy he left behind. A celebration of a true mid-century modern master, this is the first book on Tom Eckersley of its kind and will appeal to anyone interested in graphic design and visual communication.Trade Review‘With designs dating from the 1930s to the 1980s, it is as much a picture of a changing Britain … as a song of praise to Eckersley’s ticklish wit and visual ingenuity’ -- The Daily Telegraph‘A fascinating exploration of Eckersley’s life and work’ -- Creative Review‘This illustrated biography highlights [Eckersley’s] fundamental role in the transformation of 20th-century graphic design and offers a fascinating portrait of an evolving Britain’ -- Daily Mail and MailOnlineTable of ContentsIntroduction CHAPTER 1 North-westernism The Modern Machine-ensemble and Manchester, the Great City of Progress Dissent, Design and Progress The Modern Machine-ensemble The Making of Manchester (a grand city of progress) North-western Dissenting Radicalism CHAPTER 2 Early Years Illness and Reading, and Drawing Salford School of Art Paul Nash (1889–1946) Edward McKnight Kauffer (1890–1954) Adolphe Mouron (Cassandre) (1901–68) CHAPTER 3 London and the 1930s A Network of Patronage Patrons of the Poster Other Work CHAPTER 4 1940s Crisis and Compatriots The RAF Safety and Industrial Production Post-war RoSPA The Wartime GPO The Post-war Environment Gillette Book Illustrating Ealing Films CHAPTER 5 1950s International Colleagues and Outlook Alliance Graphique Internationale Poster Design, 1954 The Design Research Unit and Mass Observation Artist Partners London College of Printing (LCP), Back Hill CHAPTER 6 1960s Modern Design and Modern Life Teaching in the 1960s Design Work in the 1960s 1960s Poster Design CHAPTER 7 1970s and Beyond Retirement and Reputation Work for London Transport, 1970s and Beyond Valedictories Design Legacies Appendix Visual Communication, Economy, Social Progress and Intelligence Colour Lithography The Lithographic Poster in Modern Life Photo-mechanical and Offset Reproduction The Offset Poster and Modern Life Post-war Printing The Ideas Poster Power: Position, Scale and Point of View Flat Colour Sparkle and Pattern Economy How Posters Survive Poster Sizes Bibliographya Thanks Index Picture credits
£21.25
Thames & Hudson Ltd Virgin by Design
Book SynopsisVirgin at 50: the official publication celebrating the half-century birthday of one of the world's most famous brands.Trade Review'A lavishly-illustrated celebration of the company’s 50th anniversary' - ChoiceTable of Contents1. Cheeky Start-up • 2. Feel-good Experiences • 3. People Powered • 4. Magic Moments • 5. Make Your Mark • 6. Being Playful • 7. A Bold Risk-taker • 8. Proudly Collaborative • 9. Changing Business for Good • 10. Future Ready
£33.96
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Format for Graphic Designers
Book SynopsisGavin Ambrose teaches at the University of Brighton, UK. Paul Harris is a freelance journalist and author based in Colombia, SA.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Purpose and Narrative Containment and Protection/Storytelling/Form follows Function/Industry View/Design Activity 2 Identity and Branding Format as Branding/ Stocks/Color/Industry View/Design Activity 3 Shape and Form Shape and Form/Series/Book as Sculpture/Industry View/ Design Activity 4 Printed Media Book Formats/Imposition and Multiple Stocks/Scale/Throw-outs and Gatefolds/Magazines/Posters/Industry View/Design Activity 5 Digital and Screen-based Media Film and Moving Image/Websites/Tablets and Mobile Phones/Industry View/Design Activity 6 Construction Different Types of Fold/Types of Binding/Print Finishing/Industry View/Design Activity Glossary Acknowledgements Index
£28.49
Counter-Print Food & Drink Logos
Book SynopsisA compilation of food & drink logos, trademarks and symbols from around the world formed of elements such as fish, water, boats, lighthouses, seabirds, anchors and mermaids.
£9.50
Verlag der Buchhandlung Walther Konig Damn Son Where Did You Find This?: A Book About
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£28.50
Viction Workshop Ltd CodeCrafted
£28.00
Viction Workshop Ltd The FVS Atlas
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£28.00
Pearson Education (US) Type Project Book The
Book SynopsisNigel French is a graphic designer, photographer, and software trainer based in Sussex, UK. He is author of InDesign Type (Adobe Press), a regular speaker at Adobe MAX, and has recorded many courses for the popular online training library LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com). His website is www.nigelfrench.com. Hugh D'Andrade is an award-winning illustrator and designer based in Oakland, California. He is Creative Director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation and has taught at the California College of Arts & Crafts, as well as the San Francisco Art Institute. His website is www.hughillustration.com. Table of Contents 1 Pastiche 2 Short Text 3 Longer Text 4 Typographic Portraits 5 Type as Image Index of Typefaces
£28.49
Taschen GmbH The History of Graphic Design. 40th Ed.
Book SynopsisThrough the turbulent passage of time, graphic design—with its vivid, neat synthesis of image and idea—has distilled the spirit of each age. Surrounding us every minute of every day, from minimalist packaging to colorful adverts, smart environmental graphics to sleek interfaces: graphic design is as much about transmitting information as it is about reflecting society’s cultural aspirations and values.With his sweeping knowledge of the field, author Jens Müller curates the standout designs for each year, a running sequence of design milestones. This collection of important graphic works represents a long-overdue reflection on the development of a creative field constantly changing and challenging itself. These key pieces act as coordinates through contemporary history, helping us trace the sheer influence of graphic design on our daily lives.Trade Review“Jens Müller ambitiously traces not only the evolution of an industry, but also the arc of our aesthetics.” * TIME *“Chronicle, treasure of pictures, source of ideas—and above all, great fun.” * spiegel.de *“Graphic design history is a cultural, political, social, and technological history. Since it is impossible to understand one without the other, this book, which looks at the legacy and heritage of graphic design, is an essential portal to our appreciation of the world’s history.” * Steven Heller *
£20.00
Circa Press Logo Rhythm
Book SynopsisThe V&A may proudly hold the original artwork for the Rolling Stone’s ‘tongue and lips’ logo, but this is an anomaly. The cultural significance of the band logo has been overlooked. And yet, thousands of people wear them on T-shirts every day, mostly as badges of allegiance, but also simply because they look cool. Some have even become tropes - think The Ramones, Run DMC, AC/DC. (Q: How many people who wear Ramones T-shirts have seen them live or know their music?) Band logos first emerged during the 1960s. They became commonplace in the 1970s and 1980s, when record companies and designers latched on to the power of music branding. Bands and logos may seem like unlikely bedfellows … yet it’s often the most eccentric, anarchic types who end up with the most compeling or ingenious visual marques to signify their attitude and style of music. It is also interesting how many prominent graphic designers first became interested in logos and letterforms by doodling the names of their favorite bands on their school exercize books. Some of these efforts were reverential copies, others were improvements or embellished versions of the original. A wannabe designer’s version of attempting to emulate a Hendrix riff. Logo Rhythm includes stories and insight from well-known designers such as Beatles art director Kosh, Bowie designer Jonathan Barnbook, Malcom Garrett, Rob O’Connor of Stylorouge, Chris Bigg of 4AD and editorial guru Mark Porter. There are contributions from Horace Panter of The Specials, XTC’s Andy Partridge, Allan Gorrie of Average White Band, Jim McCarty of The Yardbirds and Alex Kapranos of Franz Ferdinand. The book hails the unsung heroes and tall stories behind iconic band logos of all genres. It unearths original artwork and proffers informed comment and critique. It celebrates the good, the eccentric and the notorious, digging for nuggets of interest and illumination in the compelling world of band logos.
£49.50
Slanted Publishers UG Flexible Visual Systems
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£38.40
Victionary DARK INSPIRATION: 20th Anniversary Edition:
Book SynopsisThere is something morbidly fascinating about the dark and grotesque. Although it is human nature to tiptoe around the uncomfortable (or avoid it altogether), some artists are inspired by the unsettling to create intriguing works of art that push the boundaries of normality and provoke viewers into exploring their fears and taboos. There are also others who use them as springboards of the imagination to express their innermost feelings and question the often-grim realities of existence.In conjunction with Victionary’s 20th anniversary, the new edition of ‘DARK INSPIRATION’ combines most of the projects from the first two best-selling titles of the same name along with new work into one meaty celebration of the macabre. Featuring chilling depictions of childhood reveries, folklore, mysteries, and death in a variety of styles and interpretations, each project serves unconventionally as a celebration of life in all its gruesome glory. With contributions from: Aitch, Akino Kondoh, Aleksandra Waliszewska, Alessandro Sicioldr Bianchi, Alex Garant, Alice Lin, Amandine Urruty, Audrey Kawasaki, Bene Rohlmann, Dadu Shin, Dan Hillier, Daniel Martin Diaz, Danny Van Ryswyk, David Ho, dromsjel, Eero Lampinen, Eika, Elisa Ancori, Erik Mark Sandberg, Evelyn Bencicova, Fabian Mérelle, Fiona Roberts, Francesco Brunotti, Francois Robert, Fuco Ueda, Gabriel Isak, Giacomo Carmagnola, Guim Tió Zarraluki, Hannes Hummel, Heiko Müller, James Jean, Januz Miralles, Jeff Mcmillan, Jesse Auersalo, Jim Johnson Tsang, Jon Beinart, Jules Julien, Justin Nelson, Kate Macdowell, Katy Horan, Kayan Kwok, Kim Simonsson, Kotaro Chiba, Lala Gallardo, Lola Dupre, Lostfish, Mariana Magdaleno, merve morkoç (Lakormis), Mia Mäkilo, Michael Reedy, Miranda Meeks, Nadja Jovanovic, Nicoletta Ceccoli, Oleg Dou, Olivia Knapp, Paola Rojas H & David Perez, Paul Hollingworth, Raffaello De Vito, Raul Oprea aka Saddo, Richard Colman, Ryan Oliver, Sergio Mora / Agency Rush, Tara McPherson, Till Rabus, Tim Lee, Yido, Yoshitoshi Kanemaki, Yuka Yamaguchi, Yury Ustsinau, and Zhou Fan
£25.60
Thames & Hudson Ltd Illustration A Concise History
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£16.99
Victionary MORE IS MORE: Designing bigger, bolder & brighter
Book SynopsisMinimalist design has grown into a popular and timeless aesthetic due to its emphasis on uncluttered spaces and the exclusion of unnecessary elements, making it the perfect anecdote to the chaos of modern life. However, although it works across a variety of mediums––spanning visual identities and interiors––some may find its rigour and restraint too dull or lacking in character visually.As such, the maximalism movement has been gaining more and more momentum of late. Instead of extolling ‘less is more’ and paring everything down to a bare minimum, creatives are expressing themselves in bigger, bolder, and brighter ways that brim with personality. Whether it is by mixing clashing colours or matching disparate patterns and elements, ‘More is More’ is an ode to the fearless few who deftly break design rules and push the boundaries to make eye-catching statements.
£999.99
Counter-Print Optic: Optical effects in graphic design
Book SynopsisOptic explores optical effects in contemporary graphic design. Some art forms have had more of an impact on the language of graphic design than others, but not many have helped contribute the same dynamism, energy and vitality as Op Art. Graphic designers today are rediscovering the optical art of the 1960s with delight, revelling in its experimentation and unexpected outcomes. It is the purpose of Optic to attempt a survey of optical effects in graphic design and to help distinguish their various forms. Cover features an applied spinning optical disc, with three different colourways (green, yellow and grey) - orders will be selected at random.
£21.25
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Universal Principles of Color: 100 Key Concepts
Book SynopsisA comprehensive, cross-disciplinary overview of color, Universal Principles of Color presents 100 core concepts and guidelines that are critical to a successful use of color. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, it pairs clear explanations of every topic with visual examples of it applied in theory and in practice. The book is organized alphabetically so that principles can be easily and quickly referenced. For those interested in addressing a specific color challenge or application problem, the principles are also indexed by pathways based on nine topics of color study ranging from science, art and design, and industry. " Each principle is presented in a two-page format: The left-hand page contains a succinct definition, a full description of the principle, and examples of and guidelines for its use. Side notes, which appear to the right of the text, provide elaborations and references. The right-hand page contains visual examples and related graphics to support a deeper understanding of the principle. Whether in a branding campaign or a healthcare facility, a product’s packaging or a software user interface, the color we see is the culmination of many concepts and practices brought together from a variety of disciplines to increase appeal, influence perception, and enhance usability. By considering these concepts and examples, you can learn to make more informed and ultimately better color decisions. This landmark reference is the standard for designers, engineers, architects, and students who seek to broaden and improve their understanding of and expertise in color. The titles in the Rockport Universal series offer comprehensive and authoritative information and edifying and inspiring visual examples on multidisciplinary subjects for designers, architects, engineers, students, and anyone who is interested in expanding and enriching their design knowledge.
£23.79
Brand Nu Limited Mindful Creative
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£16.14
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Introduction to Graphic Design
Book SynopsisAaris Sherin is an educator, writer and designer. She is an Associate Professor of Graphic Design at St John's University, Queens, New York. Sherin is a frequent lecturer and speaker at both national and international design conferences. Her writing has been featured in publications such as PRINT Magazine, STEP Inside Design, Form, Leonardo, and Design and Culture.Table of ContentsPreface 1.Overview of the Field 2. Concepts and Ideas 3. Form and Space 4.Working with Color 5.Typography 6.Using and Creating Imagery 7.Layout and Arrangement 8.Context and Production Conclusion Glossary Index
£33.24
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Designing for Local Communities
Book SynopsisMeaghan Barry serves as both an Associate Professor of Graphic Design at Oakland University, USA and a Partner at Unsold Studio, a Detroit-based branding firm that specializes in working with small businesses. Through her work, she was chosen as a 2020 Notable Woman in Design by Crain's Detroit Business, has represented the USA as a UNESCO City of Design Delegate, and been recognized by Graphis Design Annual, Indigo Design Awards, Creative Communication Awards and Detroit Commerce Design Awards. Her writing has appeared in AIGA Eye on Design and Design & Culture.
£18.99
Princeton Architectural Press Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-racist,
Book SynopsisExtra Bold is the inclusive, practical, and informative career handbook for designers that we've all been waiting for. Written collaboratively by a diverse team of authors, the book opens with critical essays that rethink design principles and practices through theories of feminism, racism, inclusion, and nonbinary thinking. Extra Bold features interviews, essays, typefaces, and projects from dozens of contributors with a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, and positions of economic and social privilege. The book adds new voices to the dominant design canon. Part textbook and part comic book, zine, manifesto, survival guide, and self-help manual, Extra Bold is filled with stories and ideas that don't show up in other career books or design overviews. Both pragmatic and inquisitive, the book explores power structures and how to navigate them. Interviews showcase people at different stages of their careers, and biographical sketches explore individuals marginalized by sexism, racism, and ableism. Jennifer Tobias's original, handcrafted illustrations bring warmth, happiness, humor, and narrative depth. Extra Bold is the design career manual for everyone.
£21.25
Niggli Verlag Design, Typography etc: A Handbook
Book SynopsisWhy does a newspaper look different than a magazine or a book? What effect does using a certain typeface or a specific grid have? And why do some layouts just seem right, and others seem simply wrong? This comprehensive handbook and reference volume elaborates by means of sketches and explanations on the basics and terminology that are indispensable for the design and production of print media. From the initial layout and the correct use of color and typefaces to the right column width and line spacing: “Design, Typography, etc.” covers all aspects of good design for books, posters and advertising.
£31.96
Taschen GmbH History of Information Graphics
Book SynopsisIn the age of big data and digital distribution, when news travel ever further and faster and media outlets compete for a fleeting slice of online attention, information graphics have swept center stage. At once nuanced and neat, they distill abstract ideas, complex statistics, and cutting-edge discoveries into succinct, compelling, and masterful designs. Cartographers, programmers, statisticians, designers, scientists, and journalists have developed a new field of expertise in visualizing knowledge. This XL-sized compendium explores the history of data graphics from the Middle Ages right through to the digital era. Curated by Sandra Rendgen, some 400 milestones span astronomy, cartography, zoology, technology, and beyond. Across medieval manuscripts and parchment rolls, elaborate maps, splendid popular atlasses, and early computer-based information design, we systematically break down each work’s historical context, including such highlights as Martin Waldseemüller’s famous world map, the meticulous nature studies of Ernst Haeckel, and many unknown treasures. Hot on the heels of the best-selling Information Graphics and Understanding the World, this third volume fills the gap as an unprecedented reference book for data freaks, designers, historians, and anyone thirsty for knowledge. An enthralling exploration into the teachings, research, and lives of generations past.
£999.99
BIS Publishers B.V. Know Your Onions: Graphic Design
Book SynopsisThis book is practical and immediate, without being condescending or overly technical. It is like having a graphic design mentor who will help you come up with ideas, develop your concepts, and implement them in a way that is engaging and humorous. It gives readers the experience and ability that normally comes from years of on-the-job training. All of the essential techniques of graphic design and its digital implementation are covered. Read this book and gain 25 years of experience in how to think like a creative, act like a businessman and design like a god. This book is designed like a notebook, with all the authors’ tips and knowledge already inside. However, it also includes blank pages that allow the user to personalize this reference book with specific notes that are relevant to his or her studio, suppliers or clients.
£15.19
BIS Publishers B.V. Type Tricks: Layout Design: Your Personal Guide
Book SynopsisType Tricks: Layout Design is the follow-up to Type Tricks and the second book in the trilogy of user manuals about typography related matters. The first book was about type design, the second book is about type layout and the final book will be about type usability. Sometimes you do not have the time to read a book cover to cover, but you simply are looking for some main pointers to help you move forward. This book is precisely for these kinds of situations. The book covers both key typography rules as well as the underlying structure of the working process in layout design. In an illustrative format and easily accessible style, it presents the different stages of working with typography. The collection of rules provides more than 200 tips for creating readable layouts and typography settings. The book touches on matters of typography for both print and digital media: from letter spacing, paragraph breaks, text adjustment, leading, emphasis, hierarchy to grid systems.Layout guidelines are difficult to remember, but with this book you do not have to know them all by heart. The format is small and handy, so you can always have it on hand when you need to check the rules. Type Tricks: Layout Design takes its outset in the author's experience as a teacher of typography, her practical experience with designing layouts and her academic research into improving reading through good typography.
£14.39
