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The Fundamentals of Illustration

Series: Fundamentals
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The Fundamentals of Illustration by Professor Lawrence Zeegen offers a comprehensive introduction to illustration, guiding students through essential skills and practical processes. This updated second edition includes new visuals and contemporary case studies, exploring current visual approaches, visual thinking, idea generation, and the illustrator as an artist. It also covers the realities of freelance professional practice, with each chapter concluding in detailed case studies from notable illustrators and interviews with practising professionals.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for students embarking on illustration degree courses and aspiring illustrators seeking a clear, practical guide to the industry and its creative processes.

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Introduces students to the various aspects of illustration. This title provides a fresh introduction to the key elements of the discipline and takes the student step-by-step through the key processes, themes and applications in illustration.

A fresh introduction to the important elements of the discipline that takes the reader step-by-step through the key processes, themes and applications in illustration.

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The Fundamentals of Illustration 2nd Edition by Lawrence Zeegen introduces students to the subject of illustration, taking them through the key skills and practical processes required for the study of this exciting degree course.

This edition has been updated with a wealth of fresh visuals and contemporary case studies. It includes new and revised content and examples that reflect the changes and developments in the discipline over the past few years. Current visual approaches are examined and evaluated, along with new chapters on visual thinking, idea generation and the illustrator as an artist.

A chapter on the professional practice of a freelance designer helps students to understand the realities of this creative career path.

Each chapter concludes with a case study, which outlines a brief and then describes each stage of the process, from the illustrator's initial response to the completion of the project. The case studies feature the work of: John Clementson, Tim Vyner, Olivier Kugler, Damian Gascoigne, Ben Kelly and Howard Read. The book also contains a series of interviews with practising illustrators such as Autumn Whitehurst, Stina Persson and Anthony Burrill.

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Reviews praise the book for thoroughly covering foundational topics, including medium choices, various illustration types, and self-promotion. It is described as honest and objective, presenting both the challenges and opportunities of the illustration industry. The inclusion of thought-provoking questions and creative exercises makes it particularly valuable for students and newcomers aiming for a career in illustration.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474240390

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Visual Arts

Edition: 3rd edition

Illustration: 200 colour illus

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 200.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Lawrence Zeegen is an illustrator, educator and writer. He is currently Head of School for the School of Communication Design at Kingston University where he leads undergraduate and postgraduate courses in animation, film-making, graphic design, illustration and screen design for film and TV.

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