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OverviewThe Designer's Dictionary of Type follows in the footsteps of The Designer's Dictionary of Color, providing a vivid and highly accessible look at an even more important graphic design ingredient: typography. From classic fonts like Garamond and Helvetica, to modern-day digital fonts like OCR-A and Keedy Sans, author and designer Sean Adams demystifies 48 major typefaces, describing their history, stylistic traits, and common application. Adams once again provides eye-catching illustrated examples, this time showcasing the beauty and expressiveness of typography, as employed by the world's greatest designers. Organized by serif, sans-serif, script, display, and digital typefaces, this book will be a vital guide for designers, teachers, or students looking to gain a foundational understanding of the art, practice, and history of typography. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Sean AdamsPublisher: Abrams Imprint: Abrams Dimensions: Width: 19.70cm , Height: 2.90cm , Length: 25.20cm Weight: 1.060kg ISBN: 9781419737183ISBN 10: 141973718 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 02 April 2019 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Adult education , Professional & Vocational , Further / Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsReviewsIn Sean Adams's new book, The Designer's Dictionary of Type, he examines 48 of the most important typefaces, their history, and how they can be put to work. -- Fast Company's Co.Design Author InformationSean Adams is a founding partner of the award-winning design firm AdamsNorioka and is cited as one of the 40 most important people shaping design internationally. In addition to being AIGA national president, Adams directs the graphic design program at the Art Center College of Design. Adams is the author of The Designer’s Dictionary of Color. He lives and works in Los Angeles. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |