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A Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design (Paperback)

by Gavin Ambrose (Author), Paul Harris (Author) "In typography, many values, such as character spacing, are directly linked to typesize which means that they are defined by a series of relative (rather..." (more)
Key Phrases: imposition plan, ink layer, subtractive primaries, Type Anatomy, Frost Design, Studio Output (more...)

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Book Description
Unforgettable, witty visual definitions of 140 puzzling art and design words

* Shows the meaning of each term
* Quick reference for students and anyone who wants to understand specialized terms
* Handy go-anywhere format

Abstract. Zeitgeist. Bauhaus. Pluralism. The Visual Dictionary is just the book for anyone who’s ever been a bit hazy about the meaning of the many terms used in art and design. Each term is explained visually and put in context, providing the reader with a clear understanding of the often mystifying language of these specialized fields. To help the reader understand and remember the meanings, each entry uses a different typeface (a history of the fonts is in the back of the book) and includes a picture in an appropriate illustration techniques. Eclectic, useful, and entertaining, The Visual Dictionary takes the complex and makes it simple.

About the Author
Gavin Ambrose teaches typographic and information design at the London College of Communication. He has written and designed several books on graphic design, branding, and packaging, including . He lives in Kent, England.

Paul Harris is a writer and editor whose work has appeared in magazines on both sides of the Atlantic. His most recent book is Dazed and Confused, a guide to style. He lives in Santiago, Chile.

Product Details

Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing (November 15, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 2940373434
ISBN-13: 978-2940373437
Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 4.6 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

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