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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condizione: Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Condizione: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. An informative and seductive new travel photography title in the mould of the premium World's Top Photographers series. ViewFinder features 100 of the most inspirational locations for that ultimate postcard-perfect travel shot. From great cities, grand palaces, and religious centres to idyllic islands, wildlife reserves, and remote jungles and deserts, this is a visual adventure of the mind for both the aspirational travel photographer and the armchair dreamer alike. Many of the locations featured are iconic images of "must-see places before I die", but ViewFinder also features original pictures of the some of the world's less publicized wonders for the more intrepid explorer. Accompanying each stunning shot is an anecdotal run-down of how the photographer achieved the shot, covering equipment, lighting and travel notes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This informative and attractive book will provide education and inspiration for design professionals and students alike.Materials for Inspirational Design provides today's designer with a myriad of material possibilities. The book introduces the properties of wood, metal, glass, ceramics and plastic, all in an informative and inspirational format. The book covers a wide range of information its inclusion of both everyday, familiar products and those that are new, exciting and unexpected.The book is highly informative in that each application is introduced with detailed authorial comment, and numerous interviews with the designers and manufacturers are also included. The book covers a wide range of areas, exploring the application of materials in architecture, interior design, product design, furniture design, fashion and applied arts, all combined with solid technical information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The title explores the functions of paper architecture in graphic design, ranging from pop-up books to invitations and point-of-sale packaging. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Documenting human life and events has long preoccupied photographers, and given them wonderfully varied and challenging subject matter. This book brings together a striking collection of black and white images from a leading selection of international photographers, and through them Terry Hope explores the techniques and thought processes behind the art of photo-journalism. The result is a mix of vital first-hand information and fine photography. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This is an essential reference tool for any aspiring, or already established photographer. Full of approximately 200 great quality photographs, this book covers all areas of photographing people - from children's portraits to fashion shots, from family get-togethers to famous faces. Each image is accompanied by full technical details of the camara used, the type of film and the lens needed, together with the exposure and lighting required to achieve the shot. Both technical diagrams and jargon-free text explain the process. A glossary of terms adds additional information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The thoughts of the world's leading designers - Ezio Manzini (Italy), Ed Van Hinte (the Netherlands), Droog members Richard Hutten (the Netherlands) and Bless (France), Tom Dixon (UK), Jan Dranger (Sweden) and Edwin Datschefski (UK) - provide grounding in the materials, methods, and processes behind outstanding projects. "Experimental Eco Design" offers inspirational reading for anyone interested in green design, while behind-the-scenes profiles of key companies and individuals enables working designers to further their knowledge of good working practice and techniques. A directory offers an extensive source listing of materials, manufacturers, design studios, and organisations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. From plastics with the strength and durability of metal, to mass-produced skins, sensuous plastics, and rental DVDs that expire 48 hours after you've opened the packaging, "The Plastics Handbook" offers a fascinating insight into the most innovative and unusual plastics for designers and manufacturers throughout the world. This book gets under the skin of products and materials to reveal the hidden qualities of plastics, exploring the materials that surround us today, and those that will surround us tomorrow, together with their practical applications. "The Plastics Handbook" is your essential guide to who is making what, from contemporary designer materials to the products of the future, featuring facts and applications for hundreds of new plastic products and materials. The book also has an extensive resources section, including a glossary, a guide to different types of plastics, diagrams of standard manufacturing processes, plus useful website addresses. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A survey of 20th century lighting designs from art historian Mel Byars. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. 2-D animation is the longest-established and most wide-spread animation tradition encompassing the one-man band type operation as well as the huge studios producing feature films such as "Rugrats". As each of the 15 animators in this volume reveal, techniques vary as much as style - Polish animator Plotr Dumala creates film from scratching on plaster, Michel Ocelot uses cut-out animation and Alexandr Petrov paints on glass. The book also features animators who use traditional cel animation and those who exploit the possibilities offered by new technology. This highly-illustrated work devotes one chapter to each animator who will discuss in-depth three commercial projects and one personal project. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Like no other material, plastic has determined many of the forms of the 20th century and its popularity and versatility are only set to increase in the next millenium. This exciting new title will reveal plastic in all its forms including furniture packaging, architecture, fashion and domestic goods. It showcases examples of the best plastics designs and reveals everything the designer needs to know about the key properties, the manufacturers, the suppliers, typical uses and the processes and finishes involved. Whether you are already designing with plastic or have a future project in mind, this book is an invaluable source of ideas, inspiration and essential practical information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This title explores experimental layouts in graphic design, using a broad variety of contemporary work and interviews. It highlights the process used to create the work and contains formal analysis of the effects of composition. The types of approach and technique for achieving different effects are reviewed. Single pages and the consecutive layout of magazines, books and newspapers are discussed and an extended, illustrated glossary covers all the practical aspects of layout. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Making technology invisible, a seamless part of our lives, is the job of today's designers. In an aircraft seat, a microwave, a mobile phone or a piece of clothing, we can transport complex technology to be of service wherever we need it. A well-designed product is usually the result of hundreds of carefully formed decisions regarding its functionality, our needs and lifestyles, as well as our emotional response to colour, texture and form. The stories behind today's top design icons are explored here through 50 smart designs. The text is beautifully illustrated with the products at their various stages of evolution using sketches from the designers themselves. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Accompanying the images is the story behind each one, told in the photographers' own words, plus in-depth interviews providing insights to their philosophy, working methods and the sheer amount of passion and hard work involved in capturing the intimate secrets of the natural world. e. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Stunning images from the world's most acclaimed wildlife photographers have been brought together for the first time in this elegant collection of photographs, now available in paperback. The World's Top Photographers Wildlife is packed with beautiful pictures of animals. The work of Frans Lanting, Art Wolfe, Jim Bandenburg, Heather Angel, and Stephen Dalton is renowned, gracing the pages of magazines such as National Geographic and Geo, and the walls of galleries across the world. In The World's Top Photographers Wildlife, they and other top photographers tell the stories behind some of their favourite images in their own words. With anecdotes, tips, and technical details, this book gives a fascinating insight into the creative processes behind the amazing photographs. There is also a brief biography of each photographer, which includes a bibliography of his or her published work. The book features beautiful images of birds, mammals, fish, insects, and reptiles from all over the world. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Experimental Formats 2 builds on the success of Experimental Formats, bringing the subject bang up to date. It explores every aspect of designing the printed form, from single page to commercial package. Case studies of professional work celebrate the healthy tradition for experimentation in this field, showcasing projects that stand out on their physical merits alone. Looking at proportions, formats, materials, printing, folding and binding, Experimental Formats 2 offers designers an awe-inspiring selection of inspirational new ideas for practical application. It also explores exciting material innovations such as tear-proof "plastic", paper, and PVC, gelling agents, luminescent inks, concertina folds, single-screw and press-stud binding, among its many treasures. With its definitive glossary of terms, this is an indispensable guide and inspiration for the future of two- and three-dimensional print and graphic design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The craft of story-telling on film, revealed through interviews with 13 top, world-renowned screenwriters. Legendary figures from the film world, including William Goldman, Paul Schrader and Nora Ephron, are among those sharing their experiences of writing for film in this latest book in RotoVision's acclaimed 'Screencraft' series. The interviews reveal the principles of storytelling and the craft and techniques of screenwriting. Screenwriting is also visually stunning - brimming with storyboards, scripts in preparation, production shots, workbooks and stills from the writers' own collections. Screenwriting is sure to be welcomed by everyone with an interest in film. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Product design has helped define the culture of the 20th century. This text invites 30 designers to discuss their work, the creative process and their vision of the future. Each chapter includes personal and professional insights into working practices, client relationships and influences. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. As consumers and designers are aware, branding is the key to effective marketing and can make or break companies and products. This exciting third title in the Digital-Lab series examines the world's most innovative branding projects, both big budget and small. Interviews with celebrated designers combine with enlightening feedback from their clients, to provide the reader with a new insight into the entire digital branding process from outline brief to finished design. Highly illustrated, designers featured include branding leaders such as Wolff Olins and Design Bridge. This modern look at branding will be an invaluable resource for everyone involved in design for the fast-moving marketplace. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Black and white photography is the perfect medium for enhancing the mood of landscapes. This book examines a variety of landscape images from around the world, with the individual photographers themselves describing how their photographs were conceived and created. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. CD and DVD sales remain healthy, despite the unstoppable iPod, and high-definition disc technologies promise new formats that mix video, rich interactive content, and music. All that is exciting news for design and packaging, with a drive upmarket in terms of packaged discs, special editions, and limited-edition items that truly differentiate physical goods from downloads and online services. At the same time, vinyl remains a popular market. The bigger canvas of 12 inch sleeves, coloured vinyl, gatefold sleeves, and so on, remain very attractive to designers who can make stunning use of images, typography, colours, textures, and materials.Through detailed captions and mini interviews, "Best of Disc Art" shows how designers exploit the two- and three-dimensional qualities of disc packaging to create unique, collectible items. It explores not only the traditional elements of design - image, illustration, typography, and packaging - but also innovative materials. In this work, case studies look at how artwork is selected, created, and applied to packages; at how designers make the most of the standard dimensions for disc packages; and, at the use of special formats, unusual materials, slipcases, and so on. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This gorgeous and enticing practical art book will enthrall every watercolour painter at every level. Top professional watercolour painters draw the reader into their creative world, explaining in their own words the inspiration, composition, use of colour and personal technique behind two or three of their best works. Covering a broad range of subjects and styles, including still lives, portraits, sea and landscapes. Watercolour is a truly invaluable companion to any artist looking for inspiration. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It covers compositional issues (finding subjects that fit the shape and making the most of them); technical considerations (exposure measurement, avoiding flare, etc); and the various types of equipment that can be used. Much of the book is practical, but it is also illustrated with panoramic pictures. It opens with a gallery of images, and there are interviews with a selection of panoramic photographers, discussing their approach and equipment. The volume has a fun, modern look and should be useful for anyone with an interest in panoramic photography. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…