Graphic Design Books: The New Graphic Design School: A Foundation Course in Principles and Practice (9780470466513) By David Dabner, Sheena Calvert, Anoki Casey

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The New Graphic Design School: A Foundation Course in Principles and Practice

  • Title: The New Graphic Design School: A Foundation Course in Principles and Practice
  • Author(s): David Dabner, Sheena Calvert, Anoki Casey
  • Publisher: Wiley
  • Published Date: October 2007
  • ISBN: 978-0-470-46651-3
  • Pages: 192
  • Format: Paperback
  • Price:   United Kingdom   USA
The Book
  • Foundation course for graphic designers working in print, moving image, and digital media
  • Contains specific advice on how to adapt designs to suit different projects
  • includes information on digital imaging techniques, motion graphics, and designing for the web and small-screen applications
  • Practical advice on all aspects of graphics design-from understanding the basics to devising an original concept and further
  • Samples are taken from all media-magazines, books, newspapers, broadcast media, websites, and corporate brand identity
  • Packed with exercises and tutorials for students, and real-world graphic design briefs
The Author

David Dabner - Returned to academic life as a lecturer in design after working in the print and design industry for several years as a typographer. Teaches at the renowned London College of Printing and is Course Director of the Higher National Diploma in Typographic Design.

Sheena Calvert - Over 20 years experience in graphic design and typography, and in art critical theory, gained both in the UK and the United States. Taught at various universities and art schools. Established a New York-based design studio-Parlour.

Anoki Casey - San Diego-based graphic artist and web designer specializing in print, illustration, advertising, and identity development for small businesses, non-profits, start-ups, and creatives of all type

Inside the Book
  • Introduction
  • Part One: Principles

  • Research and Early Concepts
  • Fundamentals of Composition
  • Fundamentals of Typography
  • Fundamentals of Color
  • Part Two: Practice

  • Tools and Technologies
  • Production Process and Issues
  • Web Design Basics
  • Commercial Applications

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