Decorative Design: A Text-Book of Practical Methods (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Joseph Cummings Chase

 
9781333795443: Decorative Design: A Text-Book of Practical Methods (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is a comprehensive guide to designing with decorative motifs, with a special focus on creating beautiful and functional patterns for unlimited areas, limited areas, lettering, and book covers. The author, an experienced designer and educator, provides a wealth of practical advice and step-by-step instructions, making this book an invaluable resource for students, professional designers, and anyone interested in creating their own decorative designs. Through detailed explanations and numerous illustrations, the author explores the fundamental principles of design, including harmony, balance, rhythm, dominance, and subordination. The book covers a wide range of topics, from sourcing conventionalized motifs from nature and other sources to developing bilateral units for all-over patterns and creating effective space-filling designs. The author also discusses the importance of color theory and the use of lettering in design, providing valuable insights into how to achieve visual impact and communicate effectively through visual elements. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced designer looking to expand your skills, this book offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to help you create stunning and meaningful designs.

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