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Delve into the uncharted history of book covers from the Arab world

Creative Review

Moe Elhossieny: I studied fine and graphic arts and graduated with a BA from the faculty of fine arts in Egypt back in 2009. Back then, design did not stand as its own field and practice, it was either you do art or advertising. I have learned that we have more book designers, illustrators, and artists than I thought we had.

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The Philosophy of Stefan Sagmeister: Designing Happiness

Inkbot Design

His parents, a director and a book designer, encouraged Stefan and his two brothers to explore their innate talents without inhibition. Sale Sagmeister: Made You Look Sagmeister, Stefan (Author) English (Publication Language) 292 Pages – 07/01/2009 (Publication Date) – Harry N. At home, creativity flowed freely.

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50 Essential Books Every Graphic Designer Should Read in 2020

Shillington

New essays by top designers add value even for those already familiar with the original text. Buy the book. What Images Really Tell Us: Visual Rhetoric in Art, Graphic Design, and Advertising by Massimo Mariani. Buy the book. Buy the book. And here’s the book to explain it.

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59 Essential Books Every Graphic Designer Should Read in 2022

Shillington

New essays by top designers add value even for those already familiar with the original text. Buy the book. What Images Really Tell Us: Visual Rhetoric in Art, Graphic Design, and Advertising by Massimo Mariani. Buy the book. Buy the book. Buy the book. How do images hold and convey meaning?