Tag Archives: Graphic Design
8.9.2010
Photographis 84
Recapping the most innovative advertising visuals from the year, Photographis 84 is an in depth look into the ads that characterized 1984. Featuring detailed information about the artists, brands and images involved in the campaigns, Photographis 84 provides readers with an opportunity to chart the development of many contemporary brands. Providing viewers with an understanding of where they’ve been, but more importantly where they’re going.
$45, phone orders available. Call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
8.2.2010
The New Illustration
With the mission of promoting art and illustration, along with its history and evolving nature, the Society Illustrators of New York celebrates creativity and innovation through the work of their contributing artists. Established in 1901, and consisting of nine artists and one businessman, the collective sought to bring illustration to the forefront of culture by holding exhibitions and sharing ideas. The New Illustration is a collection of colorful images from the ‘85 exhibition, providing an accurate and authentic view into the prevailing imagery of the time.
$20, phone orders available. Call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
7.26.2010
Tadanori Yokoo Selected Posters 116
Working with collages to create his work, Tadanori Yokoo has amassed a collection of pieces that have helped define the realm of modern art and poster design. Presenting an array of timeless imagery, Yokoo draws from a variety of cultures and time periods to create each poster. Serving as a valuable record of Yokoo’s visual production, Selected Posters is an look inside the mind of one of Japan’s greatest graphic designers.
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6.21.2010
Wink: Instant Design
As a source of insight and inspiration for many young journalists, Terry Jones’ 1990 work, Wink: Instant Design was a defining book that served as influence for much of the print and advertising industries for years to come. Compiling an assortment of compelling imagery, Wink is an accurate look into the prevailing designs of the early 90’s, seen through the eyes of Terry Jones.
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6.7.2010
The Milton Glaser Poster Book
As one of the most celebrated graphic designers of the 20th century, Milton Glaser’s work spans over three decades, creating iconic imagery to relate pertinent messages about society at large. The creator of the ‘I Love NY’ design, Milton’s ‘77 poster book is filled with colorful full page illustrations. An excellent source of inspiration for designers and creatives alike, Milton Glaser’s Poster Book is a journey into one of designs greatest thinkers.
Excerpt from the book:
“Milton Glaser is a romantic visionary whose surrealistic is reminiscent of the monsters framing two famous Italian Villas, Villa Palagonia in Sicily and Bomarzo. His unusual ...
4.1.2010
Mick Haggerty For Freshjive
Chances are you might not have heard the name Mick Haggerty. Maybe you have if you’ve done research on some of the most influential graphic designers of the late 20th century. Or perhaps you worked in the music industry during the heyday of vinyl record cover art. One thing we’re sure of is the designs he’s created over the years have left an indelible mark on the history of rock n’ roll art.
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3.18.2010
Graphic Designers In The USA/2
The designer’s field is communication; he makes information richer and clearer by causing the audience to experience it from a point of a view that has never before been contemplated. This is the belief of Rudolph de Harak (born in California in 1924), whose book, poster, and exhibition designs have been seen in Japan, Western Europe, and behind the Iron Curtain, as well as throughout the United States. De Harak is one of the four internationally known designers or design teams whose work forms the subject matter of this book. Each has his own viewpoint, and each viewpoint bears the ...
3.15.2010
Graphic Designers In The USA/1
Obviously some heavy hitting names on the cover of this one—Herb Lubalin, Louis Danziger, Peter Max, Henry Wolf—so we’ll let that speak for itself. All in all, a great book documenting the work of design legends.
Excerpt from preface:
“The problems of the graphic designer are quite different than those facing the artist who deal essentially with the private image. The designer’s work is public and must appeal to the public; his commissions are largely specific; his function is to provide information, entertainment, and aesthetic pleasure.”
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3.11.2010
Modern Publicity 1972-73
This book is filled with dope early 70’s design, period. Modern Publicity is an annual survey of the best graphic designs in international advertising and communications. The illustrations in this book were selected from over 7000 entries submitted by designers all over the world. The book contains separate sections on poster design, press advertising, direct mail, trademarks and house-styles, letterheads, packaging, TV and film advertising, new typefaces, and book jackets. Illustrations in b/w and color.
Excerpt from preface:
“Modern Publicity 1972-73 presents an exciting survey of new trends in design and typography, new techniques of presentation and printing, and changes in attitudes ...
3.4.2010
Modern Publicity 1954-55
Don’t judge a book by its cover. While it may look pretty bleak from a distance, this mid-1950’s edition of Modern Publicity contains some great mid-century design references, which as most of you know was a golden era of sorts for the development of 20th century design. Modern Publicity is an annual survey of the best graphic designs in international advertising and communications. The illustrations in this book were selected from over 7000 entries submitted by designers all over the world. The book contains separate sections on poster design, press advertising, direct mail, trademarks and house-styles, letterheads, packaging, TV and ...
2.18.2010
AIGA Graphic Design USA:1
The first of many editions AIGA released dedicated solely to American graphic design. Always a great reference for creatives of all kinds, this book is specifically useful in understanding the transitional period between creativity in the 70’s and the 80’s.
Excerpt from preface:
“Graphic Design USA:1 is the first edition of new annual based on the American Institute of Graphic Arts exhibitions for its 1979-1980 year. As the only national professional graphic design organization, the AIGA represents the highest standards in the field, and work selected for its exhibitions and for this annual reflects the leading edge of professional practice in this ...
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