Basic Typography: A Design Manual - Softcover

Craig, James

 
9780823004515: Basic Typography: A Design Manual

Synopsis

This work argues that while new technology has changed the typesetting industry, what constitutes good typography has not. This updated guide to the correct and creative use of type, helps the reader to work with type effectively, basing decisions on aesthetics and common sense.

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About the Author

James Craig was born in Montreal, Canada. He studied fine art in Montreal and Paris before coming to the US. Mr. Craig received his B.F.A. from Cooper Union and his M.F.A. from Yale University. He lives in New York where he is the Design Director for Watson-Guptill Publications and the American Artist magazine. Mr. Craig is a member of the New York Art Directors Club, he teaches graphic design at The Cooper Union and lectures widely.

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