Shaoqiang Wang est un explorateur dévoué du design international, de l'architecture, du branding, de la communication, des tendances et de la culture. En tant que professeur et superviseur de troisième cycle à la Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, il se penche en profondeur sur les phénomènes visuels et culturels contemporains. Il est également rédacteur en chef du magazine Design 360° et d'Asia-Pacific Design, façonnant le discours dans ces domaines. Son travail éditorial et ses recherches universitaires soulignent un profond engagement dans le paysage en évolution de la créativité mondiale.
An impressive selection of original and innovative stationery materials created by designers from all over the world. The book illustrates how stationery items such as business cards, letterheads, pencils, stickers and notepads with well-defined aesthetics can play a key role in shaping the image of a company or a professional.
Minimalism emphasizes extreme simplicity of form. By reducing the number of graphic elements, the strength of each element is enhanced. Or, as Mies van der Rohe famously said, “Less is more.” Known for their simple and unassuming rules, the Nordic and Japanese design schools are the most outstanding representatives of this trend, which is being embraced by more and more graphic designers in their creative fields, be it branding, editorial, communication and packaging. Simplicity collects over a hundred works by graphic designers from all over the world who apply minimalism in their works to infuse them with an elegant simplicity and a clean style. This volume aims to be an indispensable guidebook for designers who are looking for new modes of expression, and an enjoyable and engaging read for those who wish to learn more about the beauty of all things simple.
Geometric shapes are widely used by graphic designers and applied to all the fields of communication. The broad range of case studies featured in this book displays how familiar shapes can be transformed and used to convey new concepts and trends in design.
An understated tome, Makers Ware quietly speaks to the power and beauty of handmade tableware that is simultaneously utilitarian and artistic. The makers deftly hone clay, wood and glass with great respect for natural forms and the elemental properties of the materials themselves. The tabletop becomes a work of art once bedecked with the textures, colours and shapes of these talented craftspeople, who hail from the backwoods of Maine to Norway, China, Japan and beyond. Interviews with creators are accompanied by impeccable photography of their wares, local environment and private workshops.
Fresh, inventive and full of original and groundbreaking ideas that use new materials and experimental techniques, Portfolio Design aims to offer not only visual delights but also valuable references and solutions for those who are looking for inspiration in producing an eye-catching portfolio of their own.
Be inspired by the creative examples on page design featured in this book.
Paper has long been an inspiration for artists around the world, from Mexican papel picado to the art of origami which originated in Japan in the 17th century AD to the kindergarten craft project of the pop-up greeting card, which has recently been turned into a fine art by respected artists such as Robert Sabuda and Nikki McClure. Paper Works is a thorough visual exploration of the multitude of ways in which paper can be transformed and sculpted into abstract or realistic designs. The beauty of the medium partly lies in its delicacy, with intricate cutwork created by methods from laser cut to X-acto knife. This title features everything from carved book arts and installation art spanning entire rooms to stunning avant-garde paper couture fashion and animal masks reminiscent of Carnival attire.
Best examples and uses of typography in motion for the digital environment. Typography for the Screen features a wealth of creative typography projects for the digital screen, such as motion graphics, webpage design, and conceptual experiments, and explores typographic application in visual and information hierarchies within the digital screen environment. Exclusive interviews with designers and design studios integrate different knowledge and design philosophies, constituting a true source of inspiration for designers and students. It includes QR codes with links to the designers' videos and webpages with examples of the fonts they use.
Graphic design increasingly emphasizes a user-oriented approach that is based around communication and interaction between users and the work itself. Interactive graphics can be found in books, brochures, posters, packaging, and albums. Playful Graphics presents a selection of outstanding interactive projects produced by designers from all over the world; these works present users with rich visual experiences and enable readers to take action. Through exploring distinct techniques and forms, Playful Graphics demonstrates how this exciting area of design can influence user experiences and bring fun to life. It is a celebration of great design ideas that convey their messages through hands-on play.
