How to Understand and Use Design and Layout: Understanding and Using Graphics

Dabner, David

ISBN 10: 0713488387 / ISBN 13: 9780713488388

Published by Batsford Ltd, 1838

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: How to Understand and Use Design and Layout: Understanding and Using Graphics
• Publisher: Batsford Ltd
• Publication Date: 1838
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713488387
• ISBN 13: 9780713488388
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

The function of design is to communicate – whether it's about a product, concept or company. Every designer faces the problem of how to choose the right combination of elements to communicate tjhe message in the most stylish, original and effective manner. With 'Design and Layout: Understanding and Using Graphics', find out exactly how design works and how you can produce professional finished pieces.

 

This stimulating book approaches the subject in two comprehensive sections. Section one looks at basic design principles. Section two translates these into practice. Including many professional examples and hundreds of illustrations, this is an accessible and enjoyable aid for professionals and beginners alike.

About the Author

David Dabner completed an apprenticeship as a compositor at Odhams Press, UK, then studied typography full time. After working for several years as a typographer, he returned to education as a lecturer. David teaches design courses at the London College of Printing and is course director of the Higher National Diploma in Typographic Design.