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Anthony Burrill is an internationally renowned graphic artist, print-maker and designer. His persuasive, up-beat style of communication makes him sought after by big brands, advertising agencies and design schools the world over. He is best known for his typographic, text-based compositions, including the now-famous Work Hard & Be Nice to People', which has become a mantra for the design community and beyond. He now lives and works on the Isle of Oxney, Kent.

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This book is definitely not just for the aspiring graphic designer; it’s a manual for all those needing a little inspired encouragement. * Wallpaper *
A reminder worth heeding about the sources of creativity and role of the designer to question, improve and probe ... validates, vindicates and inspires the little-represented idea of success – and being nice while you do it. * Monocle Magazine *
A beautifully designed object featuring examples of significant pieces of work from Burrill’s career as well as ephemera from his life and new, text-based works alongside his writing. * Creative Review *
An intimate and uplifting reflection of what it is to be a designer ... book-cum-manual for creative thinking and doing. * Grafik *

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      Publisher: Ebury Publishing
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 13/08/2020
      ISBN13: 9780753558225, 978-0753558225
      ISBN10: 075355822X

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Anthony Burrill is an internationally renowned graphic artist, print-maker and designer. His persuasive, up-beat style of communication makes him sought after by big brands, advertising agencies and design schools the world over. He is best known for his typographic, text-based compositions, including the now-famous Work Hard & Be Nice to People', which has become a mantra for the design community and beyond. He now lives and works on the Isle of Oxney, Kent.

      Trade Review
      This book is definitely not just for the aspiring graphic designer; it’s a manual for all those needing a little inspired encouragement. * Wallpaper *
      A reminder worth heeding about the sources of creativity and role of the designer to question, improve and probe ... validates, vindicates and inspires the little-represented idea of success – and being nice while you do it. * Monocle Magazine *
      A beautifully designed object featuring examples of significant pieces of work from Burrill’s career as well as ephemera from his life and new, text-based works alongside his writing. * Creative Review *
      An intimate and uplifting reflection of what it is to be a designer ... book-cum-manual for creative thinking and doing. * Grafik *

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