Sourcebook of Contemporary Graphic Design [Hardcover]

Maia Francisco (Author)

Book Description

Series: Sourcebook | Publication Date: June 30, 2009

The Sourcebook of Contemporary Graphic Design is a cutting-edge design anthology featuring material from established and emerging designers around the world, as well as hundreds of full-color examples of work forging new graphic ground across a complete range of visual media.

For ease of reference, graphic design illustrations and explanations are categorized according to design type: websites, brochures, posters, company reports, stationary, and promotional materials. Also included is a visual index for quick reference and designers' contact information.

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About the Author

Maia Francisco studied art and design at Barcelona’s Escola Massana Centre d’Art i Disseny and trained as a pianist at the city’s Conservatory of Music. Specializing in the fields of graphic design and illustration, she is the author of many titles, including The Sourcebook of Contemporary Graphic Design, Sticker Stack, and Ink Me: Temporary Tattoos Forever.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 600 pages
• Publisher: Harper Design; Bilingual edition (June 30, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061704385
• ISBN-13: 978-0061704383
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.3 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #574,352 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Maia Francisco studied art and design at Barcelona's Escola Massana Centre d'Art i Disseny and trained as a pianist at the city's Conservatory of Music. Specializing in the fields of graphic design and illustration, she is the author of many titles, including The Sourcebook of Contemporary Graphic Design, Designing with One Color and Two Colors, FONTOLOGY : Free Fonts Source Book.