bloomsbury publishing plc lausanne (63 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Basics Fashion Design: Research and Design" will lead you through the essential stages of research and translation into design ideas. It explains the importance of identifying your target market and understanding the different levels and genres of fashion before setting out on the creative research. The book then explores the many avenues for researching, the need to set a theme, concept or narrative to your collection and explains how to translate research into early design ideas and techniques used in bridging the gap between research and design. Design development is also explained and communicated through a series of structured stages. Finally the book shows and explores a variety of approaches to communicating and rendering your design work. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This first book in the "Basics Architecture" series explores the concepts and techniques used to represent architecture. "Representational Techniques" covers both two-dimensional and three-dimensional methods of representation and shows a variety of media, from those used in freehand sketching, through to cutting-edge computer modeling and drawing techniques. Using examples from leading international architects and designers along with more experimental student work, a broad range of interpretations, possibilities and applications are demonstrated. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book presents the key subjects and techniques in an easy-to-follow A-Z format, enabling the reader to use it either as a comprehensive guide or handy reference. Also featured are step-by-step tutorials to troubleshoot every aspect of taking and making digital portraits, with comprehensive information on everything the newcomer to digital photography needs to know to take great portraits every time. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The digital revolution has added a myriad of possibilities for artistic and creative interpretation and, with no need for darkrooms and chemical processing, printing a black-and-white photograph could hardly be easier. Structured around the three main areas of shooting the image, enhancing the image and enjoying the image, the Digital Photography series makes the world of digital imaging simple while concentrating on the photographic aspect. With the aid of inspirational images we are shown in easy steps how the image was taken, manipulated on the computer and output in the desired form. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fashion collections vary depending on market level, product type, season, customer and retail outlets. "Basics Fashion Design: Developing a Collection" teaches the process from initial design ideas through development of product to the final outcome and its ultimate exhibition and sale, and includes an overview of fashion collections through the eyes of prominent fashion journalists. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "The Fundamentals of Branding" introduces readers to the basic principles behind the creation and development of successful brands. This book is designed to give readers a broad understanding of the key stages and methodologies adopted in the brand development process, illustrated by interviews with major industry professionals. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Publishing is undergoing a sea change. Technology has transformed the relationship between writers and readers and many people suspect that publishing as we know it can't survive. And yet, publishing remains a popular career choice for many creative graduates. The Publishing Business is an invaluable guide to understanding what book publishing is and what it might become. Using popular and current examples, Kelvin Smith demonstrates that to succeed, publishers must prove their commitment to producing accurate, attractive and well edited content, their ability to innovate pioneering digital technologies and their dedication to promoting their titles to new audiences. If your ambition is to succeed in the world of publishing, owning a copy of The Publishing Business is a must. Ideal for students wanting to discover which part of the publishing process is for them, and all those who wish to fully grasp the debates and industry developments revolutionising publishing today. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book covers key aspects of design, including typography, art direction, production and finishing, environmental design, and self-promotion. It also examines the broader implications of graphic design, including social responsibility, its role in art and its future. "The Fundamentals of Graphic Design" places graphic design in its socio-historical context, discussing its influences and development. It includes contributions of work from contemporary designers, including Pentagram, Why Not Associates and Studio Myerscough. It is an ideal guide for anyone starting out or seeking a role in the world of graphic design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Presentation is everything in graphic design. Such printing and finishing techniques can be used to add value to a design by imbuing it with a range of different visual and tactile qualities. Ultimately, printing and finishing processes unite the different elements of a design in a coherent manner allowing it to achieve its intended purpose. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Throughout the text, guidelines are given to provide structure and the reader is encouraged to adapt and initiate methodologies to suit individual project needs. This approach is gives designers a belief in their own abilities, and confidence to tackle different projects with the unique challenges that each one brings. This book includes a variety of case studies taken from contemporary interior designers, including Jonathan Tuckey Design and Project Orange. It features a variety of diagrams and 'talking points' to get students thinking about key issues, and contains a section on ethics in interior design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Discusses the key principles and processes involved in animation; exploring the entirety of the creative process, from finding and researching a concept, through the preparation and techniques used, to the execution of the work. Each stage is presented in an engaging visual style, accompanied by examples and analysis of contemporary student and commercial animation. The book also discusses the links between animation and the styles and narratives of other areas of popular culture, aligning theory and ideas to practical advice. A section for aspiring animators examines career paths, portfolios and the structure of the creative industries. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Basics Illustration: Sequential Images" is Mark Wigan's third book in his essential series of handbooks on contemporary illustration. Following "Thinking Visually" and "Text and Image", Wigan identifies sequential image-making as a rich area of original and innovative work, which is leading the resurgence in the art of illustration. The evolving world of illustration is exploding with possibilities as converging technologies and disciplines provide new opportunities and outlets for the visual storyteller. International illustrators, animators, artists and educators at the leading edge of the narrative renaissance outline their personal modus operandi and approaches to sequential image-making. The fundamental language of the narrative image-maker is explored across a wide range of delivery platforms and media. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is a guide to the many and varied terms used frequently within the fashion industry. From Accent to Yoke, Baby Doll to Zeitgeist, this book will prove an invaluable resource to anyone interested in fashion. Each term is explained and contextualised, giving the reader an enhanced understanding of fashion terminology. More than 250 common fashion terms are distilled and illustrated. From practical terms such as Lapel, Pattern and Crinoline Work to conceptual terms such as Minimalism and Kitsch, this book contains both modern terminology and the traditional terms still in current usage. "The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design" is produced in collaboration with a prestigious British fashion house. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. There are few academic texts on the subject of fashion styling, and many students are unsure about what it is and who has paved the way in this specific field. Basics Fashion Design 08: Styling offers an effective mix of key stylists' biographies, high quality images by professionals and students alike and practical advice about how to produce a photo-shoot and break into the industry. A stylist is responsible for choosing the look and clothing for a fashion image to communicate a fashion idea, trend or theme, or to advertise a fashion product. This book outlines what it means to style for a catalogue or advertisement (commercial styling), or a magazine (editorial styling) and what types of skills these different fields require. Styling proves that even on a limited budget, with tremendous imagination and drive it is possible to create beautiful and relevant work. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This title examines the many facets of the producer's role. It gives a dynamic overview of the realities of producing film today, exploring the process from development through to post-production and distribution. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Basic principles are presented through detailed explanations, expanded illustrations, case studies, and reference material from leading design studios around the world. A sound understanding of type history and classification facilitates controlled, intelligent and thoughtful type usage, across a range of media. "The Fundamentals of Typography" builds upon these shared principles and will become an invaluable reference for creatives and designers alike. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What is common to all portrait photographs is a situational element. In portrait photography, the presence of the photographers gaze also becomes an integral part of what the picture is about: the activity of one person looking, manifested in a moment that can feel like the blink of an eye or a small eternity. This book offers for the first time a complete text that combines the theoretical with the practical. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. After a decade of catching up with technology, modern illustration is digitally literate and full of stylistic attitude. Today's illustrators work across a broad range of traditional skills and software and are much in demand. Recognising illustration as a freelance profession, "The Fundamentals of Illustration" explains best working practices appropriate to all industry sectors, including how to market and promote work effectively. It also includes a useful section on copyright and the legalities of selling work. Accompanied by engaging visuals and examples from the world of professional illustration, "The Fundamentals of Illustration" offers a unique and comprehensive insight into the world of professional illustration. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The subject of interior architecture currently lacks a detailed and educationally focussed text. The new "Basics Interior Architecture" series will fill this gap, and expand students knowledge of interior design/interior architecture and give an insight into some of the principles and methods of professional interior architects. The first book in the "Basics Interior Architecture" series, "Form & Structure" will propose a method of analysis, understanding and exploitation of the existing building that can be used to realise the design of a new insertion. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A straight talking guide to the many and varied terms used within the realms of art and design. An invaluable resource to anyone studying or simply just interested in art and design. Each term is explained and contextualized, myths surrounding some of these terms are dispelled using varied illustration techniques, creating an eclectic, useful, and entertaining book. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Basics Interior Design: Retail Design" is a comprehensive guide to creating successful retail spaces that offer an enticing spatial experience to customers. By its very nature, retail design occupies a position at the cutting edge of interior design, constantly innovating itself to stay competitive. This book discusses the retail space in relation to its environment, and introduces methods of manipulating space and objects to create an exciting commercial interior. It is illustrated throughout with up-to-the-minute examples and case studies. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The text is accompanied by extensive illustrations, ranging from work by recognised practitioners in the field to current student work from undergraduate programmes. It also includes practical clear workshop diagrams designed to help students develop the confidence to work with the approaches covered in the book themselves. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Basics Fashion Design: Fashion Drawing" considers the theory and history of fashion drawing, and the range of styles used by contemporary designers; from quick sketches to sophisticated digital pieces. This discussion is accompanied by interviews with designers and illustrators, a glossary, resources directory and templates. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Layout is the arrangement of the elements of design in relation to the space that it occupies according to an overall design scheme. It could also be called the management of form and space. The objective of layout is to present the visual and textural elements that are to be communicated in a manner that enables the reader to receive it with the minimum of effort. With good layout, a reader can be navigated through quite complex information in both print and electronic media. The second title in the Basics Design series Layout addresses the practical and aesthetic considerations of the job in hand such as where and how the content will be viewed, regardless of whether the final format is a magazine, website, television graphic or bottle of bubble bath. How the content will be used is also discussed. The use of a grid, for example, allows quick and accurate placement of items and ensures a consistent visual identity from page to page, or item to item across a range of products. This book will prove indispensable for anyone wanting to acquire a thorough knowledge of the building blocks of creative design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book explicitly places the principles and processes of design within the context of a business or enterprise, explaining how design management can relate to the cultural, environmental, political and social impact of an enterprise. It emphasises the inter-disciplinary nature of design management, and as such is of relevance to students of a number of disciplines: from art and design to business, marketing or media. The text is supported throughout by a range of interviews and case studies, taken from design practitioners and industry experts. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Students will learn to select and effectively employ language to present oral and written critical assessment of art and design. The book includes theory, practice of formal and informal language be it written or spoken presentations, and other written documents, along with international case studies and student exercises. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. After a decade of catching up with technology, modern illustration is digitally literate and full of stylistic attitude. Today's illustrators work across a broad range of traditional skills and software and are much in demand. Creating great illustration work requires specialist skills and knowledge, and in addition to practical applications, this book teaches a comprehension of basic communication theory and creative strategies. It guides in understanding design, print and production processes as well as software application. By recognising illustration as a freelance profession, "The Fundamentals of Illustration" explains best working practices appropriate to all industry sectors, including how to market and promote work effectively. The very best of today's global illustrators provide examples of work, and additional commentary is offered from a range of employers and educators. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. This book provides a fascinating introduction to the work of the British Pop artist Colin Self, a contemporary of David Hockney and Peter Blake. It traces the development of Self's art from the 1960s to the present day, charting his engagement with modern culture in the Cold War era. Self is a witty and original painter and draughtsman, an innovative printmaker and sculptor. This book explores Self's artistic subjects including cartoons, cinemas, hot dogs, nuclear weapons, the Cuban Missile Crisis, Vogue models, consumerism, and the landscape. Beautifully presented with full colour images it will be an invaluable resource for anyone interested in modern and contemporary British art.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "Basics Fashion Design: Knitwear" is a practical introduction to the use of knitwear in fashion design, richly illustrated with examples and easy-to- follow diagrams. It describes the many varieties of yarn and fibre, their characteristics and their behaviour, from the traditional to the contemporary. It explains the relevant machinery and tools, and the types of work that can be produced on each. Basic techniques on domestic machines are discussed, leading to a section on how to create a knitting pattern. Details and trims are also examined, outlining embellishment, buttonholes and fastenings. The book also discusses the knitwear industry and offers useful information on the various career pathways. Interviews with international designers, each at a different level within the industry, provide further insight into the business as a whole. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The title incorporates contextual essays that explore how cultural theory can be applied to the real-world practice of graphic design, and are discussed by designers such as Neville Brody, Michael Bierut and Joan Farrer. This title helps students to develop sound critical judgment and informed strategies for the conception of new ideas that accurately reflect the current zeitgeist. All arts graduates study cultural theory as a part of their degree courses. This title is a companion guide to this theory; it has been edited to fit broadly into the diverse curricula of art schools and colleges around the world and is tailored for course adoptions. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.