Design
MODERN CALLIGRAPHY BIBLE: 101 ALPHABETS FROM ARTISTS AROUND THE WORLD
Written by Claquin, Frédéric
Language, writing, and letters are the basis of our communication as human beings--and calligraphy celebrates the inherent beauty of this need to share and connect. This volume showcases what calligraphy has grown to be in the 21st century, featuring 101 artists from the worlds of graffiti, tattooing, graphic design, painting, illustration, poster art, comics, and more.
SOFT ELECTRONICS: ICONIC RETRO DESIGN FOR HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS IN THE 60S, 70S, AND 80S
The fascinating world of product design that emerged between the 1970s and 1990s symbolized the birth of a new age and human behavior. From coffee grinders to fondue sets to hairdryers, each home appliance was intended to help in the daily household routines--but they were also masterpieces of style.
CRAFT BEER DESIGN: THE DESIGN, ILLUSTRATION AND BRANDING OF CONTEMPORARY BREWERIES
Written by gestalten
The experience of craft beer is not just about what's in the can, but what's on it. A dazzling illustration or a minimalist typographic treatment or even an oil painting - whatever it may be, craft beer branding has become an unexpected canvas where creativity meets commerce.
ART OF YOKO TANJI
Yoko Tanji's first art book featuring selected works from her nearly 20-year career!
TRADITIONAL COLORS OF JAPAN
Written by Hamada, Nobyoshi
International Creative Media Award for Books (Award of Excellence: Books EXTRA) This book is a distinctive encyclopedia of Japanese traditional colors. The colors live on in paintings, crafts, textiles, literature and performing arts, playing a profound role in Japanese life and culture.
PROP MAN: FROM JOHN WICK TO SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK, FROM BOARDWALK EMPIRE TO PARKS AND RECREATION
Written by MacDonald, Ross
This exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the art and design of graphic props for popular films and TV shows like Parks and Recreation, John Wick, Silver Linings Playbook, The Knick, and Boardwalk Empire is the perfect gift for movie buffs. In Prop Man, discover the secret history of the books, cards, letters, maps, and legal papers that play central and supporting r
TYPE TRICKS: LAYOUT DESIGN: YOUR PERSONAL GUIDE TO LAYOUT DESIGN
Written by Beier, Sofie
Type Tricks: Layout Design is the follow-up to Type Tricks and the second book in the trilogy of user manuals about typography related matters. The first book was about type design, the second book is about type layout and the final book will be about type usability.
PINK FLAMINGOS AND THE YELLOW PAGES: THE STORIES BEHIND THE COLORS OF OUR WORLD
Written by Hambly, Bob
Discover the weird and wonderful stories of our colorful world! Why are wedding dresses white? And what is the Ketchup and Mustard Theory? The answers always come back to color. Color infuses our lives with meaning, manifesting in science, language, design, pop culture, and beyond. Specific hues shape our everyday actions and define entire generations.
LEGO THE ART OF THE MINIFIGURE
Written by Barrett, Brian
A beautiful visual celebration of the iconic LEGO(R) minifigure--its history, evolution, and status as a cultural icon. The LEGO(R) minifigure is one of the most recognizable and collectible toys on the planet. Over the span of 40 years it has evolved from a simple yellow figurine to a global pop culture icon.
MAKING VIDEOGAMES: THE ART OF CREATING DIGITAL WORLDS
Written by Wiltshire, Alex
Making Videogames is an extraordinary snapshot of modern interactive entertainment, with insight from pioneers about the most important games in the industry.
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