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Design Basics Index by Jim Krause (How Design Books, Graphic Design, 2004)

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Like New: A book that looks new but has been read. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket ...
Era
2000s
Original Language
English
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
ISBN
9781581805017
Book Title
Design Basics Index
Book Series
Index Ser.
Publisher
Adams Media Corporation
Item Length
8 in
Publication Year
2004
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
1 in
Author
Jim Krause
Genre
Design
Topic
Graphic Arts / General
Item Weight
20.5 Oz
Item Width
4.5 in
Number of Pages
360 Pages

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Master the 3 C's of Head-Turning Design Cover your basics with the book that covers everything from typography and color to layout and business issues Jim Krause , author of the popular Index series, guides you through the understanding and practice of the three elements every successful visual design must have: Components : Learn how to get the most out of the photos, illustrations, icons, typography, linework, decoration, borders and backgrounds you use within your design. Composition : Practice combining the components of a design in a visually appealing way by using the principles of placement, grouping, alignment, flow and spacing to create a pleasing, cohesive design. Concept : Utilize the intangible elements of theme, connotation and style to present and deliver your message in a way that will wow your clients every time. Whether you're a new, mid-level or experienced designer who is brainstorming ideas or finalizing your presentation, this handy-to-use, take-it-with-you book will instruct and inspire you to new heights of creativity.

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Publisher
Adams Media Corporation
ISBN-10
1581805012
ISBN-13
9781581805017
eBay Product ID (ePID)
30778973

Product Key Features

Book Title
Design Basics Index
Number of Pages
360 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2004
Topic
Graphic Arts / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Design
Author
Jim Krause
Book Series
Index Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
20.5 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
4.5 in

Additional Product Features

Dewey Edition
22
Lccn
2004-052379
Target Audience
Trade
Number of Volumes
3 Vols.
Dewey Decimal
741.6
Lc Classification Number
Nc997.K7323 2004
Copyright Date
2004

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  • MUST HAVE for any Graphic Design Library

    This book came into my collection as a present last year and I can't even express how I wished I had this much earlier in my design career. This book opens the world of graphic design to anyone interested in pursuing a career in this field. It's a great reference book for those already in the field. Students of design will find it quite insightful; pushing ideas to the next level wherever you are in the creative process. This is COMMUNICATION DESIGN 101: The Show & Tell of what quality graphic design entails. This is the "how-to/what-not-to-do/go-do-it/now-do-it-even better" approach to design. Tons of examples clearly explain each topic throughout the book. Direct examples of their own text and pages are used; practicing what is taught. And at the end of each topic covered are exercizes ...

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    Great idea spark generator

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: goodwill_grand_rapids

  • Helpful and Inspiring

    As an aspiring artist, I have found the book to be very helpful. The book is layed out so that I can find what I am looking for very easily. The ideas covered in the book are well thought out and accurately written. All of Krause's books are very good. Check out the Colors Index!

  • Thanks!!!!

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  • Design Basics

    When I purchase this book it was becaue it looc like it will come in handing, and I was right. I have used this book very much. like it. I study industrial design, and then the book is in handy. i have told the library on my school to by this book, and the other books from Jim Krause. thanks for a good book