Cutting-Edge Patterns and Textures (Book & CD Rom) (Paperback)

~ Estel Vilaseca (Author)
Key Phrases: Henrik Vibskov, Ivana Helsinki

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113 unique and original patterns

After a goldmine of cultural and subconscious information, the history of patterns parallels and informs the history of humanity. After decades of modern minimalism and clear lines, people are enjoying a return to more playful design, rich in colors and textures. Pattern-making and pattern design, in particular, has made a major comeback as a way to embellish a surface with their use often displaying unexpected depths. Indeed, we have witnessed a revival in enriched, traditional motifs, and seen them applied in thought-provoking ways, in an unlimited variety of designs and textures. The use of new computer technologies has brought about surprising, often intricate results, on an aesthetic as well as conceptual level. In the most recent years, counter reactions to that which is digital, are visible in the work of crafty designers who embrace illustration and a hand-made, do-it-yourself aesthetic, while taking full advantage of the versatility and speed computer programs can afford them. Cutting-Edge Patterns and Textures is a stimulating book featuring full-page, color images of inspired patterns and boasts an eclectic array of styles from all around the world. This book is destined to become a desktop reference for professional and amateur designers alike.

About the Author

Estel Vilaseca (Barcelona, Spain) completed her Audiovisual Communications degree at Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona at around the same time she created a forerunning digital fashion magazine. Her professional career is geared towards graphic design, fashion, and visual trends in general. After working with Dresslab, Neomoda and an influent communications agency specialized in fashion, she now dedicates herself entirely to editing, for maomao as well as for a personal project.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Rockport Publishers (April 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592534287
• ISBN-13: 978-1592534289
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #515,227 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars refreshing, August 14, 2008

By	J. Nejman (Orange, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I wanted this book from the moment I glimpsed it on the amazon website. When it finally arrived momentarily I was put off because in my mind the book was larger than life. I needn't have worried, its packed with creative people's output and each creative has a website so getting more is easy. I love it.