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How to use type /

Offers an introduction to the use of type in design for print and screen. This title provides a practical introduction for those studying all pathways of graphic design. It discusses who uses type, where and when type is employed, and, audience and appropriateness of type and communication.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Marshall, Lindsey
Otros Autores: Meachem, Lester
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London : Laurence King, 2012.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo (Requiere registro previo con correo institucional)
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • How to use Type; Contents; Introduction; What is type?; Why is the way we use type important?; Who uses type?; Where and when is type used?; Chapter 1: The basics; The anatomy of type; Categories of type; Combining typefaces; Selecting typefaces; Families of type; Expert sets; Measurement of type; Structure of a letterform; Counterforms; Case study: "Theater and Engineering" exhibition publicity; Chapter 2: Using the typeface; Legibility and readability; Upper and lower case; Line measure and spacing; Color and size; The typeface; Background; Type on screen; Paragraphs; Layout; Type and image
  • Graphic elementsCase study: Amnesty Aktion magazine; Chapter 3: Designing with type; The design process; Experimentation; Design considerations; Tools; Refining; Case study: Mozambique Toy Soldier Typography; Chapter 4: Communication; Forms of communication; Meanings; Context; Impact; Rhythm and repetition; Visual continuity; Type as image; Symbols and graphic devices; Case study: Combine box letterform system; Chapter 5: Color and movement; Color of type; Using color to create hierarchy; Color and symbolism; Technical issues relating to color; Type and movement; Case study: Jesus Iso
  • Chapter 6: Experiments with typeExperimental techniques; Type out there; Self-generated experiments; Surfaces; Type in three dimensions; Type as image; Pattern and decoration; Case study: Site-specific work at Casa FOA exhibition; Chapter 7: Production considerations; Evaluation; Preflight; Choice of stock; Print processes; Color in production; Production for print; File formats for print; Production for screen; Legal issues and accessibility; Case study: Promotional brochure; Glossary; Further reading & Websites; Index; Picture credits