A straight talking guide to the many and varied terms used within the realms of art and design. An invaluable resource to anyone studying or simply just interested in art and design. Each term is explained and contextualized, myths surrounding some of these terms are dispelled using varied illustration techniques, creating an eclectic, useful, and entertaining book.
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Gavin Ambrose is a practising graphic designer whose client base includes the arts sector, galleries, publishers and advertising agencies. He has written and designed several books on graphic design, branding and packaging. Paul Harris studied at the London College of Communication and has gone on to become a freelance writer and editor. His work has appeared extensively in magazines and journals on both sides of the Atlantic, including style bible Dazed & Confused.
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