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Graphic Design School

A Foundation Course for Graphic Designers Working in Print, Moving Image and Digital Media
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Graphic Design School by David Dabner serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring graphic designers, covering the fundamental principles, techniques, and applications of graphic design. It combines practical projects with historical context to provide a solid foundation in both theory and hands-on experience. The book is filled with vibrant illustrations and case studies, making it a valuable resource for developing the skills necessary in the rapidly evolving design industry.
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This book may appeal to you if you're eager to explore the world of graphic design through a comprehensive and practical approach. It offers valuable insights into fundamental design principles and equips aspiring designers with the skills needed to succeed in the creative industry.

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An essential foundation course for graphic designers working in digital media, print, and moving image.

Regularly revised and in print for over twenty years, this practical resource for students is used in graphic design classes in Europe, the UK, and the USA. Graphic Design School is organised into two main sections, 'principles' and 'practice'.

The first section deals with the fundamentals of design, such as composition, hierarchy, layout, typography, grid structure, colour, and so on.

The second section puts these basics into practice, and provides information about studio techniques and production issues relevant to a number of different graphic design disciplines. This section closes with an overview of some of the different career choices open to students entering the graphic design field.

This new edition features over forty new images, updated reading lists, and expert voices referencing a more diverse set of practitioners, and is as packed as ever with exercises, tutorials, and real-world graphic design briefs. Examples are taken from all mediaโ€”digital media, websites, magazines, books, and corporate brand identities.

It remains a must-have book for anyone starting in graphic design.

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Graphic Design School by David Dabner is widely appreciated for its comprehensive overview of graphic design principles and practical insights. Readers value its balance of theory and application, making it suitable for both beginners and more experienced designers. The book's clear layout, coupled with captivating visuals, enhances understanding and engagement.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500297421

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Edition: Eighth edition

Illustration: 50 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 840g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Abbie Vickress is senior lecturer for MA Graphic Communication Design at Central Saint Martins in London and teaches BA Graphic Design at the University of the West of England in Bristol. Abbie revised the 6th and 7th editions. Sandra Stewart is Professor Emeritus, Graphic Design at Drexel University's Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design faculty, US. David Dabner taught at the London College of Printing.

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