Exploring the Elements of Design
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Exploring the Elements of Design by Poppy Evans
With the same straightforward approach and dynamic examples that made the first edition so popular, this fully revised second edition of "Exploring The Elements of Design" again presents the very latest in graphic design concepts side by side with some of the best contemporary design work. Created by two leading designer-educators as a very practical and very visual introduction to the art of graphic design, this richly illustrated full-color book offers clear explanations of the fundamental principles, award-winning examples of professional work, and diagrams that clearly show how these principles operate in successful design solutions. Coverage begins with primary design elements, moves on to the use of color, typography, and imagery, and concludes with an overview of the field of graphic design and related career options.The revised second edition adds new and insightful material on creative thinking, visual problem-solving, and research strategies used to pursue effective design solutions plus Web and New Media applications to reflect the most current media design trends - all designed to prepare readers for success in every aspect of the ever-changing world of graphic design.
Thomas, Mark A.: - Mark Thomas is Professor and Chair of the Communication Arts Department at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, where he has been teaching for 25 years. Mark has developed courses in design research methods, illustration, and design systems as well as a thesis program for communication arts. He is a graphic designer, illustrator, and published author who has designed numerous exhibitions, catalogues, and posters for graphic designers, fine artists, and illustrators. An award winning designer for educational board game design, he holds a U.S. Patent for an educational color demonstration device and method for teaching color theory. He also serves as President of the Board for AIGA Cincinnati.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781418038557 |
| ISBN 10 | 1418038555 |
| Title | Exploring the Elements of Design |
| Author | Poppy Evans |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Course Technology |
| Year published | 2007-08-15 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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