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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.
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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London :
Laurence King,
2012.
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo Texto completo |
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