David Carson-2Ndsight: Grafik Design After the End of Print

by Lewis Blackwell, David Carson

2ndsight is the sequel to The End of Print, the first monograph on David Carson's work. Rather than simply being a collection of the work produced since the first book was published, however, 2ndsight is a sequel in the true sense of the word. While The End of Print showed the world Carson's radical new approach, his rejection of the traditional 'rules' of communication, 2ndsight examines the creative process behind the work, and considers the broader implications of his intuitive approach to graphic design. Intuition is central to the book's thesis, and its meaning and influence is explored both in Lewis Blackwell's writing and in the evocative texts by leading designers and thinkers interspersed throughout the book.

As well as presenting Carson's commercial work-- his latest ideas in advertising, magazine and book design, web sites, film and video-- 2ndsight examines work inspired by exhibitions, talks, and workshops. The student workshops Carson conducts in design colleges around the world throw particular light on his creative process. The workings of these sessions are examined: their chief aim being not to teach computer skills or encourage participants to mimic the master, but to help them find their own voice. Collages put together by Carson of selected work pay tribute to the thousands of designers who have taken part.

Finally, a conversation between Blackwell and Carson probes Carson's working methods-- his collage technique of using two or more files at once on screen; of working in black and white; of moving to and from the computer, printing out each stage of a design before developing it further; his experimentation with the balance of type and image. Above all, his respect for intuition and his conviction that it is the key to truly individual graphic expression.

Genres: Design, Art, Reference, Creative, Art Design

192 pages, Hardcover

First published November 15, 1997

About the author

Lewis Blackwell has worked as a leading author, editor, and creative director in photography, winning international recognition for his talks, exhibitions, and books. Blackwell is the author of the bestselling The Life & Love of Trees, The Life & Love of Cats, The Life & Love of Dogs, and Rainforest.

Reviews

[Natty Peterkin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Excellent design, mostly good writing but hampered by some repetition and vague pseudo-philosophy

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I will always admire David Carson and his work. This unique style of his will never cease to amaze me.

This is another book that has helped me for my Photography A Level.

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm a graphic designer In school I had to do a report on a designer and David Carson was the one I picked out of the hat. I never heard of him before the project. I read the book called "The end of Print" David Carson

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

a great inspiration for pushing the limits of what design is and can be. a must have for the resource library.