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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 (Second Edition, Revised and Expanded) 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 for beginners from two accomplished designers and design educators.
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Looking to ignite your creativity and enhance your understanding of graphic design? Look no further than the revised and expanded edition of Graphic Design: The New Basics. This celebrated primer, updated and curated by Ellen Lupton and Jennifer Cole Phillips, offers a comprehensive exploration of the key concepts of visual language that underpin every design project. Whether you're a student or a professional, this book is an essential resource for unlocking your design potential.
In this visually enticing book, Lupton and Phillips delve into the foundational elements of design, such as color, texture, and rhythm, providing clear visual demonstrations and insightful commentary. Whether you're designing a logo, letterhead, or a complex website, the principles outlined in this book will guide you to create impactful and visually stunning designs.
What sets this revised edition apart is its inclusion of new chapters on visualizing data, typography, and modes of representation. These additions offer valuable insights into current design practices and provide invaluable tools for tackling contemporary design challenges. Additionally, the book features sixteen new pages showcasing outstanding student and professional work, focusing on topics like grid-based designs and color theory.
As two accomplished designers and design educators, Lupton and Phillips have ensured that Graphic Design: The New Basics serves as an essential introduction for beginners in the field. Its comprehensive coverage and practical approach make it a favorite course adoption in graphic design programs and schools worldwide. Whether you're just starting your design journey or looking to refine your skills, this book is the perfect companion to unlock your design potential.
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