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Graphic arts Graphic artists at work during the 1960s A type of fine art, graphic art covers a broad range of art forms. Graphic art typically is two-dimensional and includes calligraphy, photography, drawing, painting, printmaking, lithography, typography, serigraphy (silk-screen printing), computer graphics, and bindery. Graphic art also consists of drawn plans and layouts for interior and architectural designs.[1] The responsibility for effective communication also falls under the auspices of the graphic designer. History[edit] Throughout history, technological inventions have shaped the development of graphic art. Johannes Gutenberg invented an improved movable type mechanical device known as the printing press in 1450, the first outside of Asia. Again during the Renaissance years, graphic art in the form of printing played a major role in the spread of classical learning in Europe. The next major change in graphic arts came when the personal computer was invented in the twentieth century.

Finding Alternative Sources Of Typographic Layout In Our Surroundings - Smashing Magazine Advertisement Studying art and design usually starts with a deep exploration of elements and principles. Among these elements, the most basic ones — line, point and plane — usually figure in a work of art or design. The Framework Of Sources For Typographic Layout According to Wucius Wong in his book Principles of Form and Design (page 42), point, line and plane can be considered conceptual design elements because, although they are not always explicit or visible, they seem to be present by implication. In most art and design classes, students are asked to analyze the structure of a painting or design in order to better understand principles of organization. Learning To Abstract What We See Most of us live in a relatively static environment, whether urban or rural. (Photo courtesy of the Urban Studies Department, Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois.) Here we have a worm’s-eye view of buildings. Linear abstraction. Here, the city escape photo has been abstracted to simple lines. Conclusion (al)

Public Domain Clip Art ThisThatThese&Those An Art Service - Graphic Design and Art Direction HOW Design - Top 10 Sites for Designers This latest edition of the Top 10 Websites for Designers includes a new creative critique platform, a fun color picker for the real world and more. In November's Top 10 Websites for Designers you'll discover collections of thought-provoking posters, a flawlessly delivered digital story and more. In October's Top 10 Sites for Designers, check out a showcase of people from all backgrounds in design; a color gradient generator; fun agency site & more. In this month's roundup of websites for designers, you'll find font pairing tools, interesting portfolio sites, a product graveyard and more. This month's roundup of websites for designers features a history of cocktail lettering, a funny interactive film and goofy designer excuses. This month’s Top 10 Websites for Designers includes design portfolio inspiration, an interesting color resource and websites that offer unique storytelling experiences.

Theta Music Trainer | Train your ear The Basic Ear Training Course is a guided training course consisting of 30 daily workout sessions. Each day you will play five different games, each of which exercises a particular skill that will help you to better play music by ear. The system will recommend the level to play for each game based on your previous progress. Each workout should take a total of about 10 to 15 minutes to complete, and it's fine to repeat any of the games in the session. The Basic Ear Training Course uses all levels of the various ear training games, so you will need a subscription in order to enroll. Basic Ear Training Kickstart your ear training practice with this foundational set of workouts! Start this course Nikon D40 User's Guide Home Donate New Search Gallery How-To Books Links Workshops About Contact Nikon D40 User's Guide © 2007 KenRockwell.com Nikon D40 with new 18-55mm lens. enlarge I bought mine here. NEW: Nikon D40 Guide iPod and iPhone App 08 July 2009 Nikon D40 Review All Other Nikon Reviews Nikon Lens Reviews Page Index, D40 User's Guide Printable version of my D40 User's Guide ($5.00 donation per printed copy, thanks!) I support my growing family through this website. If you find this as helpful as a book you might have had to buy or a workshop you may have had to take, please help me continue helping everyone. If you've gotten your gear through one of my links or helped otherwise, you're family. If you haven't helped yet, please do, and consider helping me with a gift of $5.00. It also helps me keep adding to this site when you get your goodies through these links to Adorama, Amazon, B&H, Ritz, and J&R. Thanks for reading! Ken January 2007 Want free live phone support? Looking for a specific control? Quality

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