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Long before GPS or Google Maps were invented, folded paper maps were our most trusted companions on the road. While traditional maps are becoming increasingly obsolete, there is more to cartography than establishing bearings or a sense of scale. Maps can also be a thing of beauty that appeals to our sense of nostalgia, evoking memories of trips taken - or planned and not yet realized. Illustrated maps hone the ability to bring a place to life through vivid renderings, leaving a unique impression influenced by the artist's own experiences. From iconic landmarks to hidden shortcuts, GET LOST takes your eyes on a cartographic journey and allows readers to explore the lands within through the skill of the Illustrators included. Categorized by region, readers can experience different illustrators’ interpretations of the same place through personal anecdotes and recommendations.
We live in a fast-paced digital world, and one thing is obvious—algorithms and data make the world go round, and have certainly had a transformative impact in the realm of design. From cutting-edge interactive installations that engage the senses to print products that challenge traditional design norms, the synergy of programming, technology, and design come together to form interactive, compelling visuals that continue to evolve to keep audiences engaged and excited, and adapt seamlessly across mediums and applications. Code Crafted is your window into the future of branding, where innovation meets creativity in a seamless dance of code and pixels. Explore the intricate process of establishing generative and parametric patterns, where each line of code breathes life and weaves intricate visual systems that craft new dimensions for brands and identities.
The first global history of comics around the world from the late 1960s to the present day Comics, manga, bandes dessinées, fumetti, tebeo, historietas… no matter the name, they have been a powerful medium across four continents for decades. This is the history of comics around the world from the late 1960s to the dawn of the 21st century. Comics is a richly illustrated narrative of extraordinary scope. Examples from all over the world include everything from Crumb and Kirby to RAW; from Metal Hurlant to Marjane Satrapi to nouvelle manga; from both the American mainstream and underground to the evolving and influential British scene. The images here are bright and colorful, dark and brooding, arresting and pleasant, all at the same time. An unprecedented collection includes around 260 expertly chosen illustrations, many reproduced in full-page format for more sophisticated analysis. The authors, two uniquely positioned and knowledgeable authorities, are the first to write a broadly comprehensive history of this most accessible, democratic, and occasionally subversive modern popular art form, displaying an intimate familiarity with schools and styles, writers, artists, and companies across countries and generations. In showing us both post-apocalyptic dreamscapes and portraits of the everyday, Comics looks at this thirty-plus year period through a very unique lens. 289 illustrations in color and black-and-white
A deep dive into the history of the illustrated book jacket, tracing its development across the twentieth century, reflecting some of the most iconic designs of the era. In the modern era, the “beautiful book,” an art object in its own right, has become the key to the ongoing attraction of print publishing as physical books continue to distinguish themselves from the screen. Author Martin Salisbury traces the evolution of the book jacket from its functional origins as a plain dust protector for expensively bound books to its elaboration as an artistic device to catch the eye of browsing book buyers. The increasing awareness of the jacket’s potential to serve as a marketing tool across various areas of the publishing world―from literary fiction to academic titles, and children’s books―meant a proliferation of illustrative treatments. The book jackets reproduced here reflect the changing visual styles and motifs of the passing century, beginning with the Art Deco period and continuing through Modernism, the playful Thirties, the pre- and post-war Neo-Romantics, the new consumerism and realist subject matter of the Fifties, and the Pop Art of the Sixties.
In visual communication, contents are arranged, organized, and presented. Design laws and principles that are inherent to every medium ensure that a novel looks like a novel, an art catalog like an art catalog, and a magazine like a magazine. This publication offers a compact mix of explanations, practical tips, and background information on the topic. At its center is the grid as the most important design principle, whose function and application are thoroughly discussed. The grid allows a consolidated approach to a structured design like a blueprint that supports not only faster and easier reading but also better comprehension of information. In a second part, the author discusses the design process itself with answers to seemingly simply questions of what to observe when designing and the sequence of steps. Another chapter focuses on relevant theoretical aspects such as how method and intuition are correlated. The final section contains an extensive glossary.
As the world slowly opens up after years of the pandemic, previously cancelled or postponed festivals and fairs are springing back to life with a new wave of creativity and energy. In this new environment, organizers and designers are tasked with enhancing an event’s overall experience and atmosphere as never before.
Explore the evolving landscape of brand identity design in The FVS Atlas. This follow-up to Dr. Martin Lorenz’s 2021 book expands on his foundational principles with adaptable, system-based design approaches, drawing from his expertise and extensive doctoral research at the University of Barcelona. Dive into the work and insights of over 100 leading designers, real-world examples, and four in-depth case studies through this essential resource for creatives seeking innovative ways to craft impactful brands that resonate better. This comprehensive point of reference for creative, flexible brand applications will round out your design library as it offers a timely look into new branding design trends and the future of flexible identities.
A world without plants is a world without life, both literally and figuratively. Besides forming the very basis of human survival on Earth, they are also an important source of creative inspiration, ingenuity, and expression. From scientific explorers like Sir Joseph Banks who travelled across the globe in search of never-seen before species to impressionist painters like Édouard Manet who sought to capture the subtle beauty of everyday objects, many artists and illustrators have used flora as a powerful means to convey the essence of our very existence. Botanical Inspiration is a timeless collection of artwork and illustrations that feature flora and its many facets through a variety of visual concepts, styles, and techniques. It speaks to lovers of both nature and creativity as a universal language in itself, thoughtfully interpreted by some of today's most intriguing and interesting talents.
The book is a collection of categorised animal logos and symbols from around the world and contains 266 logos from some of the world's greatest designers and companies such as; Total Identity, Lance Wyman, Build, Stockholm Design Lab, Minale Tattersfield, Stefan Kanchev, Kari Piippo Oy and many more.
This book meant for exhibition designers, graphic designers, curators and event organizers, collects over sixty of the world's most creative exhibition designs including fascinating space design solutions and sophisticated graphic design ideas. The examples range from extraordinarily large events such as a World's Fair exposition to small one-artist solo shows.
Japanese-style typeface is not only used to express ideas in daily life, but also becomes an important part in commercial design. This book is the collection of classic and ingenious works, which are both artistic and practical. It can also be seen as a reference that can inspire readers and improve their aesthetic value and design competence.
Includes a cross-section of projects from outstanding global design agencies such as teamLab, Dem, and Random International, which provide a comprehensive introduction to interactive installation art Comes with a CD, to further help the reader's understanding of how technology and art intermingle in interactive installations Combining theory and case studies, this book analyses the methodology behind developing installation art with contemporary materials and technology Interactive installation art is an important medium of artistic expression, generated alongside the development of technology and art throughout the 21st century. This book includes a number of interactive installation projects, dedicating particular attention to how designers convey their message. Instead of accepting information passively, in an interactive installation the audience is encouraged to communicate directly with the art. This book is divided into three parts: immersive installation (environment), experimental installation (technology), and feedback installation (engagement). Featuring examples drawn from 3D-rendered images, photographs and video projects, this book will explain the relationship between art and technology, and explore some of the ways these fields can be combined. It is a high-quality and practical guidebook, to accompany any interactive installation art exhibition. This book includes a cross-section of projects from outstanding global design agencies such as teamLab, Dem, and Random International. When placed in conjunction with testaments from practising designers, these examples provide a comprehensive introduction to interactive installation art.