I Used to Be a Design Student 50 Graphic Designers Then, Now

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Synopsis

This book offers a rare chance to read what graphic designers feel about their education and profession. Fifty influential designers give the low-down about their student days and their professional lives. A piece of their college work is shown alongside an example of current work. Each designer also offers a key piece of advice and a warning, making this a must-read for anyone embarking on a career in design.The book looks at the process a designer goes through in finding their 'voice'. Topics addressed include how ideas are researched and developed; design and other cultural influences, then and now; positive and negative aspects of working as a designer; motivations for becoming a designer; and whether it's really possible to teach design. Contributors include Stefan Sagmeister, James Goggin, Karlssonwilker, Studio Dumbar, Cornel Windlin, Daniel Eatock, Spin, Hyperkit and Christian Küsters.

Book details

Author:
Billy Kiosoglou, Frank Philippin
ISBN:
9781780675251
Publisher:
Quercus
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2021-07-11
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2013
Copyright by:
TEXT AND DESIGN Frank Philippin & Billy Kiosoglou 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Art and Architecture, Nonfiction