White space is not your enemy : a beginner's guide to communicating visually through graphic, web & multimedia design
Record details
- ISBN: 9780240824147 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 0240824148 (pbk.)
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Physical Description:
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xx, 288 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 24 cm. - Edition: [2nd ed.]
- Publisher: New York : Focal Press, 2013.
Content descriptions
General Note: | Includes index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | What is design? : making visuals & type play nice in space -- Step away from the computer : for research & brainstorming -- I need to design this today : the works-every-time layout -- Layout sins : 13 amateur errors -- Mini art school : the elements, principles & theories of design -- Layout : where to put visuals & type for impact -- Type : what you don't know can hurt you -- Color basics : choosing & using color -- Adding visual appeal : working with photos & illustrations -- Infographics : maximum information in minimum space -- Storyboarding : planning visual storytelling -- Multimedia components : sometimes more is more -- Designing for the web : starring on the small screen -- Fit to print : an overview of papers & printing -- Conclusion : Now that you know enough to be dangerous, thanks for stopping by. |
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Subject: | Graphic design (Typography) Visual communication Digital techniques Commercial art |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Kirtland Community College.
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Kirtland Community College Library | NC 997 .H34 2013 | 30775305461718 | General Collection | Available | - |
White Space Is Not Your Enemy : A Beginner's Guide to Communicating Visually Through Graphic, Web and Multimedia Design
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White Space Is Not Your Enemy : A Beginner's Guide to Communicating Visually Through Graphic, Web and Multimedia Design
Designing a website or brochure without an art background? Then step away from the computer and read this engaging, conversational introduction to visual communications first. Written for the beginner, White Space is Not Your Enemy, Second Edition, is a practical graphic design and layout guide that introduces the concepts and practices necessary for producing effective visual communication across a variety of formats--from web to print. This beautifully illustrated, full-color book covers all of the basics to help you develop your eye and produce evocative designs that work. Topics include: What is design? Pre-design research and brainstorming. The "works-every-time layout" and "13 layout sins." The elements and principles of design. Layouts for impact. Getting along with type. Choosing and using color. Working with photos and illustrations. Intros to infographics, storyboarding and multimedia components. Output for the web and print. Visit www.whitespacedesignbook.com for additional supporting materials.