{"title":"Russell Bestley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRussell Bestley\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful works focused on \u003cem\u003evisual research\u003c\/em\u003e and its methodologies. His books delve into the intersection of imagery and analysis, providing readers with practical approaches to understanding visual culture and its role in education and professional practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for students, academics, and practitioners in the fields of education and reference, Bestley's writing combines clarity with depth, making complex concepts accessible without sacrificing intellectual rigor.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"visual-research-by-russell-bestley-9781350160569","title":"Visual Research","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with more than 200 colour illustrations, \u003ci\u003eVisual Research\u003c\/i\u003e explores a range of research methods that can be used by graphic designers and visual communicators in the development of clear and purposeful design solutions. The book introduces key terms and theories that underlie design research, examining the importance of visual grammar and design literacy, audience, communication theory, and semiotics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter features case studies, many new to this edition, demonstrating how the use of research methods can form the basis of effective visual communication and design problem-solving. It eschews end-product analysis in favour of discussing how research feeds into the design process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith new case studies from Matt Cooke, Colette Sadlier, and many others, this new edition also brings together all of the 'Key Concept' features and content from previous editions into their own distinct chapter. This makes it easier for readers to discover design-led tools and information design methods, for both print and on-screen design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47601237852396,"sku":"9781350160569","price":76.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350160569-visual-research.jpg?v=1777996150"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/russell-bestley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}