1000 graphic elements : special details for distinctive designs / [designed at] Wilson Harvey, London ; [art director, Paul Burgess ; design, Ben Wood].
Contributor(s): Burgess, Paul, MA
| Wood, Ben | Wilson Harvey/Loewy (Firm).
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BookPublisher: Gloucester, Mass. : Rockport Publishers, c2004Description: 307 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm. + pbk.ISBN: 159253077X ; 9781592530779.Subject(s): Graphic design (Typography)DDC classification: 741.6 | Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| General lending | MTU Bishopstown Library Lending | 741.6 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 00157133 |
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Often, the small, delightful details make a piece shine, similar to the way unique buttons on a white shirt can give it an entirely new look. This book explores 1,000 of these embellishments available to graphic designers across all kinds of projects, from books to brochures, invitations to menus, CDs to annual reports.Exacting photography, which is accompanied by credits outlining the vendors and materials used, focuses on these details. This book invites designers to literally shop for ideas. Content is organized by type; if youÆre in the market for an unusual binding, turn to the bindings section to see a wide collection of fresh ideas.Other topics covered include fasteners, graphics, unique materials, embossing, debossing, specialty inks, type treatments, interesting color usage, add-ons, die cuts, and much more.
Includes index.
Printing techniques -- Manipulated surfaces -- Formats and binding -- Add-Ons -- Unique materials -- Graphic devices.