“Animal Farm” & the Evolution of the Dust Jacket

Thinking Design

MAY 6, 2019

The following are but a few of the design solutions that have graced the cover of the book over the past seventy plus years. They represent the changing relationship of the book jacket to the book, and the changing approach to book design and by extension book marketing over time. 1955 Penguin Books.

Animation 81

Animation Publishing Publishing Color Schemes 81

Thinking Design

MAY 6, 2019

The following are but a few of the design solutions that have graced the cover of the book over the past seventy plus years. They represent the changing relationship of the book jacket to the book, and the changing approach to book design and by extension book marketing over time. Cut to the chase.

Animation 81

Animation Publishing Publishing Color Schemes 81

Inkbot Design

JULY 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of web design, one remarkable resource that stands out is “The Web Designer's Idea Book” by the esteemed author Patrick McNeil. For web designers seeking to transcend the boundaries of conventionality, “The Web Designer's Idea Book” is an indispensable companion.

Web Design 145

Web Design Web Design Arts and Crafts Coding 145

Tuts Plus

OCTOBER 15, 2019

A Brief History of Type Text is never simply text—typography, or the way type is arranged on a layout, has a huge influence over the visual impact of a message, setting the tone and. Typography. The Ultimate Guide to Basic Typography Learn the essential terms in the world of typography. Typography. Typography.

Fonts 75

Fonts Internet and Software Development Arts and Crafts Typography 75

Inkbot Design

JANUARY 25, 2024

This quick but powerful read provides a rock-solid foundation in user-centric web design thinking. The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst Typography triggers memories of tedious technical details from early training for many designers. The Elements of Typographic Style: Version 4.0:

Web Design 92

Web Design Web Design Publication Patterns 92

UX Collective

MARCH 17, 2023

These elements include tone of voice, typography, color palette, layouts, illustrations, iconography styles, shapes, textures, spacing, images, interactions, and animations, as well as specific ways in which these elements are combined and used in a user interface. A Pattern-Supported Approach to the User Interface Design Process.

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Patterns Layout Presentation Production 128

Inkbot Design

JANUARY 9, 2024

With so many design books out there, it can take time to identify the true gems worth investing your time into reading. To help, I've compiled this list of the 37 best design books covering various specialities – from typography and layout to UX and web design.

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Publication Graphic Design Publishing Publishing 52