Paper Graphics: The Power of Paper in Graphic Design [Hardcover]

Catharine Fishel (Author)

Book Description

Series: Design | Publication Date: September 1999

Here is a collection of terrific graphic design that begins and ends with paper. A look at the ways paper choice influences an idea and its outcome, this book presents striking examples of work from firms all over the world. Take a new look at the fantastic range of papers available and the qualities that make paper an elegant solution to a variety of design challenges.

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

This is a strong collection of designs on and about paper. That this is an inspiring collection was confirmed for me as I was sending back many hundreds of samples to generous contributing graphic artists. I collected many times more material than the book could hold, partly to be thorough in the research and partly because of my great interest in the subject. As I repacked slides into sleeves and printed matter into envelopes, I was struck by the cleverness, beauty and functionality even of the pieces that did not make it into the book. Then I knew that we had assembled the best of the best. No sample is offered without context: Every design in the book is accompanied by its own short article that explains what the original assignment was, how the solution was found, and what paper stock and other materials were used. When possible, readers also learn how much the project cost and how it was received by its audience. This is truly a "feed your head" book-but it was my goal that is should feed both the left and right sides of the brain. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Catharine Fishel specializes in writing fort he graphic design market. She is editor of Dynamic Graphics magazine and former editor of Step-by-Step Graphics. Fishel's work has appeared in PRINT, Step-by-Step, DesignNet, Applied Arts, Letter Arts Review, and many other trade publications.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Rockport Publishers (September 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564965635
• ISBN-13: 978-1564965639
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #461,519 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Catharine Fishel is a writer and editor specializing in design and related industries. She is the author of Paper Graphics and Minimal Graphics. She also works with Dynamic Graphics magazine and has written numerous books and articles on graphic design topics. She lives in Morton, Illinois.

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Watch it while dreaming of big clients knocking at your door, August 17, 2000

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Lorenzo Colloreta "TheLazyDesigner" (Pistoia, pt Italy) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Paper Graphics: The Power of Paper in Graphic Design (Hardcover)

This book is full of juicy and impressive design works using paper folding, cutting, coating techniques. Many examples of very high-end solutions and complicated designs that are a real pleasure for the eye of a graphic design lover. Just be prepared to answer the question that will jump into your brain: when could I get a client with such an enormous budget to afford these productions?. Good luck!.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Paper revelation, June 22, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Paper Graphics: The Power of Paper in Graphic Design (Hardcover)

i found this book to be very inventive, it truly shows the many possibilties of paper, and especially the importance of how a tasteful choice of paper and usage can positively change a design. Paper truly holds a power over the turnout of a design! i strongly recommend her new book as well, Minimal Graphics for any other designer who loves simplistic yet powerful design layouts!

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Paper Graphics, June 20, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Paper Graphics: The Power of Paper in Graphic Design (Hardcover)

An elegant book that successfully demonstrates how paper can be a dynamic aspect of a design.