Packed with more than 200 colour illustrations, Visual Research explores a range of research methods that can be used by graphic designers and visual communicators in the development of clear and purposeful design solutions. The book introduces key terms and theories that underlie design research; examining the importance of visual grammar and design literacy, audience, communication theory and semiotics.
Packed with more than 200 colour illustrations, Visual Research explores a range of research methods that can be used by graphic designers and visual communicators in the development of clear and purposeful design solutions. The book introduces key terms and theories that underlie design research; examining the importance of visual grammar and design literacy, audience, communication theory and semiotics.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Dr. Russell Bestley is Principal Lecturer in Graphic Design at London College of Communication, UK. Russell also teaches on the MA Graphic Design program. Paul McNeil is a graphic designer with experience in corporate and brand communications. He is a co-founder of MuirMcNeil, specialising in typography, systems and information design, and works as a Senior Lecturer in Typography at the London College of Communication, UK.
Inhaltsangabe
Foreword Introduction Chapter 1: Why Research? Chapter 2: Design Literacy Chapter 3: Analysis and Proposition Chapter 4: Visual Comparisons Chapter 5: Theory in Practice Chapter 6: Audience and Message Chapter 7: Process and Materials Chapter 8: Synthesis Chapter 9: Key Concepts Appendices Further Reading Contributing Designers Index Acknowledgments