Graphic Design Visionaries

by Caroline Roberts

Featuring 75 of the world's most influential designers, this book presents the story of graphic design through the fascinating personal stories and significant works that have shaped the field.

Arranged in chronological order, the book shows the development of design, from early innovators such as Edward McKnight Kauffer and Alexey Brodovitch to key figures of mid-century Swiss Design and corporate American branding. The book profiles masters of typography, such as Wim Crouwel and Neville Brody; visionary magazine designers, such as Leo Lionni and Cipe Pineles; designers who influenced the world of film, such as Saul Bass and Robert Brownjohn; and the creators of iconic poster work, such as Armin Hofmann, Rogério Duarte and Yusaku Kamekura.

Combining insightful text and key visual examples, this is a dynamic and richly illustrated guide to the individuals whose vision has defined the world of graphic design.

Genres: Design, Art Design, Nonfiction, Art, Graphic Novels

312 pages, Paperback

First published May 12, 2015

About the author

Caroline Roberts is a journalist and author who writes mainly about the graphic arts. She is the co-author of New Book Design, Cut & Paste: 21st-Century Collage, and most recently 50 Years of Illustration. She was the founder of Grafik magazine.

Reviews

[Vangelis Venetsanopoulos · Rating 4 out of 5]

great information outlining graphic designs course from the modern era to contemporary design. somee Titans of design in this one.

[Nico Macdonald]

Reviews: Splendid new book showcases 75 industry-defining graphic designers, It's Nice That

[Kason X · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Overview. Very relevant for todays designers. the past is always recurring .