For the Love of Letterpress (Paperback)

Cathie Ruggie Saunders

ISBN 10: 1350051284 / ISBN 13: 9781350051287

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London, 2019

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Paperback. Winner - American Graphic Design Award, Graphic Design USAConveying the authors love of the letterpress process and product, this book presents the technical, historical, aesthetic and practical information necessary for both students and instructors.The 2nd edition of For the Love of Letterpress includes an updated gallery of contemporary images of letterpress printing, as well as a new chapter of letterpress assignments from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe. Both additions attest to the dynamic and continued relevance of the media.The authors show how contemporary digital processes have expanded the boundaries of traditional letterpress. By writing with passion and experience, they indicate why a 15th century printing technology based upon crafting with ones hands, still has appeal and value to 21st century artists and designers.Whether incorporated into an academic curriculum or used for self-study, For the Love of Letterpress is a must for students who wish to learn letterpress and instructors seeking inspiration and reference. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: For the Love of Letterpress (Paperback)
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1350051284
• ISBN 13: 9781350051287
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Winner - American Graphic Design Award, Graphic Design USA

Conveying the authors' love of the letterpress process and product, this book presents the technical, historical, aesthetic and practical information necessary for both students and instructors.

The 2nd edition of For the Love of Letterpress includes an updated gallery of contemporary images of letterpress printing, as well as a new chapter of letterpress assignments from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe. Both additions attest to the dynamic and continued relevance of the media.

The authors show how contemporary digital processes have expanded the boundaries of traditional letterpress. By writing with passion and experience, they indicate why a 15th century printing technology based upon crafting with one's hands, still has appeal and value to 21st century artists and designers.

Whether incorporated into an academic curriculum or used for self-study, For the Love of Letterpress is a must for students who wish to learn letterpress and instructors seeking inspiration and reference.

About the Authors

Cathie Ruggie Saunders teaches at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, USA.

Martha Chiplis teaches at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, USA.