Descriere: Commissioning bespoke diagrams is an expensive and time-consuming solution. This book offers a collection of exemplary, creative, and imaginative information design, shown in its original application and juxtaposed with the reference material used for each piece of work, along with a CD of images that designers can adopt and adapt to create their own diagrams. Every design included in the book is analyzed, and clip-art features, such as arrows, flows, and boxes are also included. Diagrams offers a unique approach to the organization of information and provides fresh thinking and imaginative solutions, making this an indispensable and inspirational reference book.
Autori: Carolyn Knight, Jessica Glaser | Editura: Rotovision | Anul aparitiei: 2009 | ISBN: 9782888930617 | Numar de pagini: 223 | Categorie: Art
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