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New book highlights how much graphic designers can learn from the small ads of yesteryear

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Hamish Smyth discusses the making of the book Classified: Local Ads from America's Small Towns and why it's a must-read for designers in 2023. Now, they're returning to their publishing roots with their latest book, Classified: Local Ads from America's Small Towns. And that was the case for those who created it, too.

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'Visually driven' photography book explores Japan's historical connection with dogs

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In a new book by Manami Okazaki, the bond between the two is explored via quirky imagery and 'visually driven' design. Released by independent publisher Prestel, Japan's Best Friend is a fun and stunning photography book that takes readers on a tour of what makes dogs so important to Japan. I am not producing novels or manuals.

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Art Made of Code: monopo london on the design of Matt DesLauriers' debut book

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NFTs may be on the wane, but mashing up the digital and physical still holds a lot of promise, as this innovative book project demonstrates. And in 2023, he launched his first book featuring his generative art collection, Meridian. To design the book, Matt collaborated with monopo london , the UK hub for the Tokyo-born creative agency.

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10 decorative accessories that we always see in every graphic design agency

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We're talking about some of the biggest creative agencies globally, like Pentagram and UsTwo, where we see some decor staples. We've seen many a cactus and prayer, peace lily and string of hearts in design agencies worldwide, but the one plant to stand out is always the Swiss Cheese variety. The Collection Book by G.

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Bjoern Altmann's new book celebrates the overlooked beauty of manhole covers

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London-based illustrator and type designer Bjoern Altmann has turned his attention to the hidden wonder of manhole covers in his latest book, which recreates designs from over 80 countries as vector images. I worked for a big agency a few years ago, and we often had colleagues there from all over the globe," he reveals.

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Kieron Lewis updates The Brownies' Book to inspire a new generation of black children

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Du Bois' 1920s magazine for black children titled The New Brownies' Book. Named The Brownies' Book, the publication was filled with empowering stories of black role models and inspirational art, stories, letters and activities. "A The New Brownies' Book revives its mission to inspire today's young readers."

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Founders, Freelancers & Rebels: new book dispels the fear of going solo

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Graham Nolan by Billie Charity We explore coach Helen Jane Campbell's excellent new book and what it can teach independent creatives. Well that's exactly the need that creative coach Helen Jane Campbell addresses in her new book, Founders, Freelancers & Rebels. So, what sparked the book?

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