By Phil Baines & Andrew Haslam
‘From the history of language and writing systems, to the development of letterforms and movable type, to the evolution of today’s digital systems, Type and Typography offers an overview of the typefaces available today and a practical guide to using type as a meaningful element of design in all mediums. Newly expanded with fifty additional pages of text and eighty-five new illustrations, this second edition reflects the exciting developments in typography since the first edition was published in 2002.’
Design Archive Feature, Members Only Content, Poster Design, Regional Histories
Gebrauchsgraphik 08, 1964 features a selection of the German Posters entered into the 1963/64 awards. 22 posters were awarded by the Association of German Commercial Artists and the awards showcased some of the best poster designs of the year, that still remain effective and stylish today.
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Design Archive Feature, Illustration, Members Only Content, Regional Histories
Command Records was founded by Enoch Light in 1959, their record sleeves can be distinguished by their bold, illustrated, and abstract cover designs, created by a range of designers.
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Advertising Design, Design Archive Feature, Members Only Content
Oskar Reiner advertisements for Opel distinguish themselves by clarity and visually appealing conception.
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