The history of graphic design vol 2 1960 today

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Through the turbulent passage of time, graphic design-with its vivid, neat synthesis of image and idea-has distilled the spirit of each age. Surrounding us every minute of every day, from minimalist packaging to colorful adverts, smart environmental graphics to sleek interfaces: graphic design is as much about transmitting information as it is about reflecting societys cultural aspirations and values. This second volume rounds off our in-depth exploration of graphic design, spanning from the 1960s until Today. About 3,500 seminal designs from across the globe guide us in this visual map through contemporary history, from the establishment of the International Style to the rise of the groundbreaking digital age. Around 80 key pieces go under the microscope in detailed analyses besides 118 biographies of the eras most important designers, including Massimo Vignelli (New York subway wayfinding system), Otl Aicher (Lufthansa identity), Paula Scher (Citibank brand identity), Neville Brody (the Face magazine), Kashiwa Sato (Uniqlo brand identity), and Stefan Sagmeister (handwriting posters). With his sweeping knowledge of the field, author Jens Muller curates the standout designs for each year alongside a running sequence of design milestones. Organized chronologically, each decade is prefaced by a succinct overview as well as a stunning visual timeline, offering a vivid display of the variety of graphic production in each decade as well as the global landscape which it at once described and defined. This collection of important graphic works represents a long-overdue reflection on the development of a creative field constantly changing and challenging itself. these key pieces act as coordinates through contemporary history, helping us trace the sheer influence of graphic design on our daily lives. Combined with Volume One-which spans from the fields very beginnings until 1959-the tomes offer the most comprehensive exploration of graphic design to date.

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40th Edition-The History of Graphic Design. 40th Ed.

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In this volume jens m ller traces 130 years of graphic design designers and developments from the late 19th century through the economic boom after world war ii until today year by year spreads are combined with in depth features on dozens of landmark projects and industry leader profiles thro Op voorraad. Voor 23:59 uur besteld, maandag in huis .. MEER INFO