What is graphic design?

Author: (USA) Quentin Newnham, Chu Huo
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Key Points: Design is not created out of thin air. This book begins by exploring all the key points that constitute design, including economics, ethics, technology, and the theory and development of other art fields. It examines the evolution of design over several centuries—from its origins in medieval Germany to its current inclusion of corporate logos, magazines, television titles, and websites.
An Overview of Graphic Design: What is Graphic Design? By delving into the discipline, this book considers how printing styles, the combination of images and text, and the process of reproduction support every aspect of design.
A Selection of Graphic Design Works: There is no single model for how a designer should work: design can be done individually or as part of a large team; designers can also write, edit, curate, photograph, design typefaces, and become entrepreneurs. The book concludes with an analysis of young design teams in various forms, showing how broad and diverse the path of design can be.