A Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design

Ambrose, Gavin; Harris, Paul

ISBN 10: 2940373434 / ISBN 13: 9782940373437

Published by AVA Publishing, 2006

About this Item

Navigate the rich vocabulary of graphic design with this essential reference guide that demystifies the language of visual communication. Featuring over 250 meticulously curated terms, this dictionary bridges the gap between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary digital practice. Each entry combines clear, accessible definitions with carefully selected visual examples drawn from both iconic historical works and cutting-edge modern designs. From foundational techniques like Perfect Binding and Debossing to transformative movements such as Surrealism and Postmodernism, this resource illuminates the concepts that shape graphic design today. Whether you're a student encountering terms like Strikethrough and Psychedelia for the first time, or a seasoned designer seeking to articulate complex ideas with precision, this visual dictionary serves as an indispensable companion to understanding and mastering the multifaceted world of graphic design.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design
• Publisher: AVA Publishing
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 2940373434
• ISBN 13: 9782940373437
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms used within graphic design and associated disciplines.

Over 250 terms are explained and contextualized, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary graphic design.

The dictionary covers traditional practice and process terms as well as modern terminology. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, such as Perfect binding, Deboss and Strikethrough, as well as movements and styles including Surrealism, Psychadelia and Postmodernism.

About the Author

Gavin Ambrose is a practising graphic designer. His current commercial practice includes clients from the arts sector, publishers and advertising agencies. Paul Harris is a freelance writer and editor. His work has appeared extensively in magazines and journals on both sides of the Atlantic.