Author: Mark Wigan
Publisher: AVA Publishing
ISBN: 2940373906
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
A revealing guide to the numerous terms associated with the art of illustration. The book has been designed for art students, aspiring and professional illustrators and all those interested in this constantly evolving discipline.--Publisher.
The Visual Dictionary of Pre-press and Production
Author: Gavin Ambrose
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 2940439818
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
The Visual Dictionary of Pre-press & Production is a concise and comprehensive introduction to the world of print and production. Containing textual and visual defintitions for over 250 pre-press and production terms, this book is an invaluable reference tool for all students and practitioners of graphic design, typography, illustration and visual communication subjects. 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.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 2940439818
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
The Visual Dictionary of Pre-press & Production is a concise and comprehensive introduction to the world of print and production. Containing textual and visual defintitions for over 250 pre-press and production terms, this book is an invaluable reference tool for all students and practitioners of graphic design, typography, illustration and visual communication subjects. 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.
Star Wars
Author: David West Reynolds
Publisher: Dk Pub
ISBN: 0789434814
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Annotated photographs and movie stills describe every important feature of the characters, creatures, costumes, droids, weapons, and equipment in the Star Wars trilogy
Publisher: Dk Pub
ISBN: 0789434814
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Annotated photographs and movie stills describe every important feature of the characters, creatures, costumes, droids, weapons, and equipment in the Star Wars trilogy
A Visual Dictionary of Architecture
Author: Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470648856
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded! An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood, every concept, technology, material and detail important to architects and designers are presented in Ching's unique style. Combining text and drawing, each term is given a minimum double-page spread on large format trim size, so that the term can be comprehensively explored, graphically showing relations between concepts and sub-terms A comprehensive index permits the reader to locate any important word in the text. This long-awaited revision brings the latest concepts and technology of 21st century architecture, design and construction to this classic reference work It is sure to be by the side of and used by any serious architect or designer, students of architecture, interior designers, and those in construction.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470648856
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded! An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood, every concept, technology, material and detail important to architects and designers are presented in Ching's unique style. Combining text and drawing, each term is given a minimum double-page spread on large format trim size, so that the term can be comprehensively explored, graphically showing relations between concepts and sub-terms A comprehensive index permits the reader to locate any important word in the text. This long-awaited revision brings the latest concepts and technology of 21st century architecture, design and construction to this classic reference work It is sure to be by the side of and used by any serious architect or designer, students of architecture, interior designers, and those in construction.
The Macmillan Visual Dictionary
Author: Jean-Claude Corbeil
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 904
Book Description
One of the most extraordinary reference titles ever produced is now available in paperback!Since its publication in 1992, The Macmillan Visual Dictionary has been heralded as the most innovative and graphically stunning reference work of its kind. And this remarkable volume certainly merits the praise: it provides full-color visual definitions of nearly everything. Want to know the difference between curly endive and curled kale? Curious about the distinguishing features of various judo holds and throws? Wondering what each and every feature of a Gothic cathedral is called? The answers to these and thousands of other questions are at your fingertips. The Macmillan Visual Dictionary identifies more than 25,000 terms with more than 3,500 full-color illustrations covering 600 subjects. Ranging from Astronomy and Geography to Combat Sports and Communications, from the Vegetable and Animal Kingdoms to Human Beings and Symbols, and from Architecture and House Furniture to Maritime Transport and Energy, the book's 28 chapters provide truly exhaustive coverage of the world as we know it. A usage guide, detailed table of contents, and extensive index allow for easy referencing. As ideal for the family reference library as for the casual browser trying to identify that "whatchamacallit", the compact paperback edition of The Macmillan Visual Dictionary will continue to set the standard in reference works.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 904
Book Description
One of the most extraordinary reference titles ever produced is now available in paperback!Since its publication in 1992, The Macmillan Visual Dictionary has been heralded as the most innovative and graphically stunning reference work of its kind. And this remarkable volume certainly merits the praise: it provides full-color visual definitions of nearly everything. Want to know the difference between curly endive and curled kale? Curious about the distinguishing features of various judo holds and throws? Wondering what each and every feature of a Gothic cathedral is called? The answers to these and thousands of other questions are at your fingertips. The Macmillan Visual Dictionary identifies more than 25,000 terms with more than 3,500 full-color illustrations covering 600 subjects. Ranging from Astronomy and Geography to Combat Sports and Communications, from the Vegetable and Animal Kingdoms to Human Beings and Symbols, and from Architecture and House Furniture to Maritime Transport and Energy, the book's 28 chapters provide truly exhaustive coverage of the world as we know it. A usage guide, detailed table of contents, and extensive index allow for easy referencing. As ideal for the family reference library as for the casual browser trying to identify that "whatchamacallit", the compact paperback edition of The Macmillan Visual Dictionary will continue to set the standard in reference works.
Illustrated Dictionary of Religions
Author: Philip Wilkinson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780789447111
Category : Religions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780789447111
Category : Religions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In an easy-to-follow, accessible reference format, this book uses over 700 full-color illustrations and clear text to explain, identify, and compare the major religions of the world from Zoroastrianism and ancient Egyptian rituals to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Children's Visual Dictionary
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 059397106X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Colorful, visual dictionary packed with nearly 10,000 words and phrases Learning new words is now easier for children aged 7+ with the Children’s Visual Dictionary. This stunning new dictionary uses clear and simple illustrations to depict words and phrases in an engaging manner. Words are grouped into themed sections that cover practical, everyday topics – such as city life, sports, construction, or ordering food in a restaurant – helping young readers grasp complicated topics and build their knowledge of the English language. Children’s Visual Dictionary helps young learners push the boundaries of their English vocabulary.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 059397106X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Colorful, visual dictionary packed with nearly 10,000 words and phrases Learning new words is now easier for children aged 7+ with the Children’s Visual Dictionary. This stunning new dictionary uses clear and simple illustrations to depict words and phrases in an engaging manner. Words are grouped into themed sections that cover practical, everyday topics – such as city life, sports, construction, or ordering food in a restaurant – helping young readers grasp complicated topics and build their knowledge of the English language. Children’s Visual Dictionary helps young learners push the boundaries of their English vocabulary.
The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design
Author: Gavin Ambrose
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350035270
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms used within graphic design and associated disciplines. Over 250 terms are explained and contextualized, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary graphic design. The dictionary covers traditional practice and process terms as well as modern terminology. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, such as Perfect binding, Deboss and Strikethrough, as well as movements and styles including Surrealism, Psychadelia and Postmodernism.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350035270
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms used within graphic design and associated disciplines. Over 250 terms are explained and contextualized, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary graphic design. The dictionary covers traditional practice and process terms as well as modern terminology. It also defines a wide variety of practical terms, such as Perfect binding, Deboss and Strikethrough, as well as movements and styles including Surrealism, Psychadelia and Postmodernism.