Illustration and commercial art Books
BIS Publishers B.V. Design. Think. Make. Break. Repeat.
Book SynopsisRevised edition: 20 additional methods, three new case studies and a new chapter to introduce life-centred design. This book introduces the reader to the changing role of design as a way of thinking and a framework for solving complex problems and achieving systemic change.This book introduces the reader to the changing role of design as a way of thinking and a framework for solving complex problems and achieving systemic change. It documents 80 methods that cover all stages of a design process, providing actionable guidance for applying the methods across a range of projects. The methods are complemented by seven case studies to demonstrate their application in different domains, from designing interfaces for autonomous vehicles to addressing health and wellbeing. Free templates and resources, available at designthinkmakebreakrepeat.com, make this a great resource for design educators as well as practitioners leading workshops in their organisation or looking for inspiration to transform their practice.In this revised edition, the authors look beyond the human-centred design paradigm and provide an introduction to life-centred design. This extended focus is reinforced through design methods for considering the broader ecosystem in which products and services are used, including the use of natural resources, ethical concerns and the long-term impact of design decisions.
£23.99
BIS Publishers B.V. Type Tricks: User Design: Your Personal Guide to
Book SynopsisType Tricks: User Design is a dissemination of the author's research into typeface legibility. What to consider when choosing fonts in difficult reading situations including signage, small point sizes, glance-like reading or scanning? But also what to look out for when designing for struggling readers, for example people with low-vision, elderly, children and people with dyslexia. This kind of research is normally communicated in scientific papers, which takes a long time to read and understand. In this book, all findings are presented in an illustrative and easily accessible way. The book has a small amount of text and lots of illustrations presenting more than 140 tips from evidence-based research.
£14.39
BIS Publishers B.V. The Exceptionally Simple Theory of Sketching
Book SynopsisWhen watching a masterful sketcher, it seems that they create elaborate sketches with ease, tracing their pencils on the page and bringing to life rich and detailed drawings. After sweating away hours trying to create a simple sketch, you may find that yours pales in comparison, looking amateurish and unprofessional. Why is it that you can't do what these 'masters' can? While many assume the difference comes down to accurate strokes and natural talent, you couldn't be further from the truth. Accuracy is not everything - confidence is. And, in this book, Hlavács helps you to build up your confidence, moving through each layer of drawing and helping you understand exactly why one drawing looks more professional than another. This book breaks down the fear around sketching, walking you through how to create intricate sketches without difficulty. No other book teaches sketching in such a natural way, allowing anyone - no matter levels of talent or their past in drawing - to learn how to make this beautiful skill an intuitive process. Hlavács demonstrates sketching as a pathway of logical steps, starting with the most basic elements and then adding further layers to the sketches as the book progresses. With a range of exercises to move through and pages filled with the psychology of why humans are drawn to certain sketches over others, this book will turn you into the master you've always admired. Instead of aiming for perfection, Hlavacs teaches you how to draw emotionally, using confidence in place of skill and understanding in place of talent. No matter who you are, The Exceptionally Simple Theory of Sketching will give you rules and demonstrations that will turn every sketch you create into a masterpiece.
£13.49
Pacem Holding B.V The Brand Building Playbook: A Guide With Easy
Book Synopsis“If you’re building a business, it starts with brand building. If that’s not your expertise, this terrific entrepreneur will hold your hand every step of the way.” - Bob Dorf, Author of The Startup Owners ManualIt’s hard to start something. You’re facing brutal competition from other entrepreneurs, writers or app developers – all hoping to make it big.Also, your audience is busy, tired and overwhelmed. They’ve got a billion ways to spend their time and money – so why on you?Only a powerful brand will persuade your audience.Luckily, the award-winning founder of Hamwells, Toby and BrandBuilding.com wrote a playbook for building yours. It’s full of direct, no-bullsh*t, practical advice on what to do and how to do it. The Brand Building Playbook is a guide that gives you: A solid understanding of brand psychology. A clear process for brand building. Easy steps for every budget to: Strategize how your brand can be valuable. Design the identity that communicates this value. Build a powerful brand experience. The book includes over 250 illustrations and a collection of FREE tools to build your own brand.Whether you’re launching a startup, starting a rockband or running for office, The Brand Building Playbook helps you win in your market.
£18.99
Set Margins' publications What Is Post-Branding?: How to Counter
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£18.00
Timo Kuilder Until One Sunday We Didnt
Book SynopsisIn Until One Sunday We Didn't words and images are connected on black and white pages illustrating my personal experiences of growing up with a father who becomes a different person from one day to the next. You see my father is bipolar. And this book is as much about him as it is about me dealing with his condition.
£19.80
Dokument Forlag Open Book: Drink & Draw Collaborations
Book SynopsisAn inspiring journey into the psychedelic image world of a beer-drinking drawing collective.
£15.29
BAI NV Brecht Evens: Lontano
Book SynopsisA stunningly presented portfolio containing a sumptuous selection of the most spectacular full-colour splash pages from Brecht Evens' illustration, commercial and graphic novel oeuvre. Not bound, beautifully printed on a perfectly frameable format (30cm x 40cm).
£26.91
Ludion Kerry James Marshall. The Rythm Mastr: This Is
Book SynopsisKerry James Marshall (b.1955, Birmingham, Alabama) is one of the leading contemporary artists of his time. Internationally renowned for his revolutionary portraits of Black subjects, Marshall's work interrogates Western art history from the Renaissance to 20th-century American Abstraction challenging and recontextualizing the canon to include themes and depictions that have been historically omitted. He lives and works in Chicago. Michele Robecchi is a writer and editor based in London.
£34.00
Victionary Palate Palette: Tasty illustrations from around
Book SynopsisPALATE PALETTE was inspired by a simple question that floated around the Victionary studio one day: ‘What do the best artists/illustrators around the world love to eat?’ Brimming with colourful and characterful artwork, the book features a variety of mouthwatering illustrations as well as charming personal anecdotes hand-drawn by the artists/illustrators themselves – making it a feast for the senses that will fill fans of visual appeal (and food) with delight. Besides savouring the scrumptious drawings, wannabe-gourmands who draw inspiration from the pages will be able to try out some of the recipes included!
£25.50
Victionary I KNOW KUNG FU: An Illustrated Tribute to Kung Fu
Book SynopsisInspired by classic kung fu flicks from the 1980s and 1990s, Hong Kong cult illustrator Rex Koo pays tribute to the heroes from his childhood in I KNOW KUNG FU– an artbook that celebrates the much-loved shows and stars that have made Chinese martial arts into the global pop-culture phenomenon that it is today. Drawing from four popular kung fu movies – “Once Upon a Time in China III”, “Shaolin Soccer”, “Kung Fu Hustle”, and “The Grandmaster” – Koo brings to life the legendary tales and titbits behind fan-favourite fighting techniques such as the “Golden Shield Iron Vest”, “Magic Power of Toad”, and “Tai Chi Fist” in his distinct, nuanced style. Readers can expect over 250 pages of compelling and characterful illustrations depicting featured moves and film stills, before learning more about the actors and producers that have made a mark on local and international kung fu cinema via a special section dedicated to these masters. This book is available in a vivid red or bright yellow; books are shipped to customers at random.
£25.60
Viction Workshop Ltd Futuria Art of the SciFi Age
Book SynopsisHeadquartered in the heart of Asia, victionary connects creative talents and enthusiasts from all over the world through original concepts, intriguing graphic approaches, and innovative printing techniques. Founded by Victor Cheung in 2001, viction workshop ltd. provides fresh perspectives, timeless inspiration, and pure visual delight through its publishing brand, viction:ary. Aside from art, illustration, and graphic design-related titles, viction:ary also publishes travel guides and children's books. To that end, we welcome you to join us in spreading the joy of print to every corner of the world. https://victionary.com/pages/about-us
£25.60
Victionary Lost in Reverie: Art & illustration inspired by
Book SynopsisAs adults in a fast-paced modern world, many can hardly afford to enjoy the simplest things in life today. With data and technology being at the forefront of our increasingly digital lifestyles, it is becoming almost impossible to make time for pure creativity, imagination, and freedom of expression – unless we start allowing our minds to wander fearlessly into the unknown and celebrate the art of doing nothing, whenever we can. LOST IN REVERIE sets out to capture the magic and mystique of dreamscapes, from the comforting to the unsettling and everything else in between. The book will comprise art and illustration featuring intriguing concepts and styles that explore the realms between the real and surreal; becoming a means of escape from the dreariness of everyday and a beautiful reminder to never stop dreaming.
£25.50
Standards Manual Classified: Local Ads from America’s Small Towns
Book SynopsisClassified features over 200 vintage classified ads from the 1970s American south. Both a time-capsule of a bygone era, and a fascinating study of ephemeral graphic design. Classified: Local Ads from America’s Small Towns, features hundreds of classified advertisements from 1970s small-town America, collected and archived by Studio Carnley. Printed at 1:1 scale and isolated on the page, the collection is elevated to both a time-capsule of a bygone era, and a fascinating study of ephemeral graphic design from unknown illustrators, typesetters, printers, and graphic artists who all faced the same challenge: how to fit a lot of information in a small rectangle, and stand out on a page of other ads all trying to do the same. Classified is a celebration of small-town advertising, and the overlooked genius, ingenuity, and humor in the work that was created purely to sell, but which we can now study and learn from. In the end, designers today are still trying to fit a lot in a small rectangle — just one made from glass not paper.
£28.00
Independently Published Digital Strategy: The Art of Digital Brand Design
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£10.75
