The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design

by Gavin Ambrose, Paul Harris

The Visual Dictionary of Pre-press & Production is a comprehensive guide to the many and varied terms used within the print industry. From alignment to z-bind fold and Acrobat to woodblock, this book will prove an invaluable resource to anyone interested in pre-press and production.

More than 250 common pre-press and production terms are explained with concise definitions, accompanied by compelling historical and contemporary illustrations. Each term is explained and contextualized, giving the reader an enhanced understanding of pre-press and production terminology.

From practical terms such as Accents, Bitmap and Color calibration to styles and finishes such as Canadian and half-Canadian, Perfect Bound and TCF (Totally Chlorine Free), this book contains both modern terminology and the traditional terms still in current usage.

Genres: Design, Art, Reference, Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Taya Rai · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent for designer has all the concept and terms required and all the idea you will need on your creative journey as a Graphic designer.

[Manuel Frias · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice little reference, well-designed, and with clear definitions.

[Mert · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grafik tasarım sektöründeki insanlar için başucu kitabı olabilecek bir sözlük.

[Ahmet Yağlıcı · Rating 5 out of 5]

Birçok terimi, görsellerle/detaylı anlatıyor. Bilmediğim birçok şey öğrendim.