Design Through Discovery: An Introduction

Author:   Marjorie Elliott Bevlin
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Edition:   6th Revised edition
ISBN:  

9780030765476


Pages:   336
Publication Date:   15 December 1993
Format:   Paperback
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Design Through Discovery: An Introduction


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This book presents an analysis of the elements and principles of design as they apply to various fields of human design. The sixth edition explores nature as a source of inspiration. Integrated throughout are examples of design representing works from all parts of the world as well as from various ethnic groups and female artists. An ideal choice for courses that combine the study of two dimensional and three dimensional art, this book presents an analysis of the elements and principles of design as they apply to various fields of human design. The Sixth Edition explores nature as a source of inspiration. Throughout the text there are examples of design representing works from all parts of the world, as well as from various ethnic groups and female artists. The text focuses on expression of the individual--clothing and home environment, plus commercial, environmental and industrial products. It stresses the philosophical aspects of creativity--what makes people create works of art. The condensed 17-chapter format allows instructors to cover the entire book in a one-semester course.

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Author:   Marjorie Elliott Bevlin
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc
Edition:   6th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 20.10cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 25.10cm
Weight:   1.100kg
ISBN:  

9780030765476


ISBN 10:   0030765471
Pages:   336
Publication Date:   15 December 1993
Audience:   College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.

Table of Contents

Part I: DESIGN AS UNIVERSAL REALITY. 1. The Essence of Design. 2. The Design Process. Part II: THE ELEMENTS OF DESIGN. 3. Line. 4. Space. 5. Shape and Form. 6. Texture. 7. Color. PART III: THE PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN. 8. Unity and Variety. 9. Balance, Rhythm, and Emphasis. 10. Proportion and Scale. Part IV: DESIGN IN ACTION. 11. The Influence of Materials on Design. 12. Forming Techniques. 13. Structure and Decoration. Part V: DESIGN FOR LIVING. 14. Our Personal World. 15. Design and Technology. 16. Design in the Marketplace. 17. Design for the Environment.

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