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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“Animal Farm” & the Evolution of the Dust Jacket

Thinking Design

MAY 6, 2019

Throughout the 1820s, publishers began covering annuals in a sort of wrapping paper, printed with minimal text, enough to identify the volume—these were referred to as “dust jackets”. He requested that the publisher print the title of his latest book, The Hunting of the Snark, on the spine of the “paper wrapper”.

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HONGKIAT

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This 75% layout mechanical keyboard features hot-swappable Gateron Pro switches and offers Bluetooth 5.0, Featuring the iconic Penguin book design, this natural cotton case with a durable nylon lining is perfect for Jane Austen fans, doubling as a makeup bag. Epomaker TH80 Pro Keyboard $99.99

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Thinking Design

MAY 6, 2019

Throughout the 1820s, publishers began covering annuals in a sort of wrapping paper, printed with minimal text, enough to identify the volume—these were referred to as “dust jackets”. He requested that the publisher print the title of his latest book, The Hunting of the Snark, on the spine of the “paper wrapper”.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Written by prolific design writer Steven Heller and design critic Veronique Vienne, “100 Ideas That Changed Graphic Design” provides readers with an inventory of abstract concepts that defined and shaped the world of graphic design. −$30.01. $29.99. Buy on Amazon.

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Envato Tuts+

OCTOBER 19, 2019

Most if not all layouts contain invisible lines. Lines can be used to create demarcation on a specific section of a design. On the other hand, curved lines are dynamic and give energy to your design. Hand Illustrated Patterns. Elements of Design: Shape. Shapes can add emphasis to a layout.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Whether you're a professional illustrator, an aspiring graphic novelist, or a lover of all things comics, the right font can make or break your project. That's why we've embarked on a thrilling typographic journey to uncover the 15+ best comic book fonts to infuse your work with that coveted cartoon look.

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Fonts Arts and Crafts Advertising Advertising 74

Design Everywhere

MAY 23, 2024

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 22, 2023

New techniques and technologies emerged, allowing designers to create more sophisticated visual designs and reach wider audiences. The evolution of graphic design accelerated during the 15th century with Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the movable printing press.

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Tuts Plus

OCTOBER 15, 2019

German printer Johannes Gutenberg invented the first mechanical moving type in 1439, with the chunky, Gothic letterforms of blackletter being used to print Bibles, pamphlets, and manuscripts. . 30 Best Blackletter and Gothic Fonts for Designers We’re celebrating all things German here at Envato Tuts+ this week. Grace Fussell.

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Fonts Internet and Software Development Arts and Crafts Typography 75

Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 12, 2024

Unique Styles and Layouts: Free mockups tend to be generic and overused. Premium mockups offer a wider variety of styles and layouts, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your specific design project. inch) card layouts, you can showcase your design in stunning detail with 3800x2800px resolution.

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Presentation Textures Photoshop Templates 101

Shillington

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

You’re introduced to the latest in graphic design software, as well as traditional printing techniques such as risograph and screen printing. There are illustrations throughout, as well as case studies, designer biographies and student assignments for testing skills and concepts. Buy the book. Buy the book.

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Design Everywhere

AUGUST 7, 2023

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Design Everywhere

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Design Everywhere

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Design Everywhere

AUGUST 7, 2023

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Inspiration Feed

APRIL 27, 2020

There’s something absolutely fascinating about the Korean culture. It has taken over the entire world, with Korean pop stars, Korean makeup, Korean fashion, and everything else Korean dominating the scene everywhere you look. Of course, among the trends are Korean…

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Inspiration Feed

JANUARY 5, 2022

If you’re a graphic designer or typographer, intimate understanding of typography is vital for your success. Today we collected must read books for passionate… The post 15 Enlightening Books for Typography Enthusiasts appeared first on Inspirationfeed.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 25, 2024

First published in 1992, The Elements of Typographic Style remains the gold standard reference for doing professional-grade typography for both print and web. Bringhurst writes engagingly with reverence for design tradition and openness to modern practices. The Elements of Typographic Style: Version 4.0:

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Creative Review

DECEMBER 16, 2021

“In an industry where we can easily champion designers and illustrators who are most often freelance by tagging/mentioning them on posts, it’s shocking when we don’t,” she wrote. ” When a popular cover starts to fly, it’s very hard to retroactively attach a design credit to it.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 27, 2024

Design for Print vs Web: Key Differences and Considerations Since the advent of the internet, print and web design have often been seen as rivals. However, while there is some overlap, design for print and web requires different approaches, skills, and considerations.

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Inkbot Design

APRIL 11, 2023

Bokhua's popular online classes are also elaborated on in this book, meaning you can benefit from his teachings in print and online! You'll learn to apply a strong, simple, minimal aesthetic to logo design. One of the standout features of Designing Brand Identity is its visual appeal. But that's not all!

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Design Everywhere

MARCH 30, 2023

Boats for my son

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Design Everywhere

MARCH 8, 2023

Magic as Medium

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Envato Tuts+

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Source creative menu design ideas from Envato Elements to supercharge your restaurant menu design. Not only will you unlock restaurant menu templates, but you'll also have unlimited access to: Stock photos to spice up your menu design. Graphics and illustrations to add a bit of artisanal flair to your restaurant menu design.

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Design Everywhere

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Florida!

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 10, 2024

InDesign vs Illustrator: Which Design Software Should You Use? In graphic design and publishing, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator are two of the most popular software tools. But what is the difference between InDesign and Illustrator, and when should you use each? What is Adobe Illustrator?

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Shillington

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-Racist, Nonbinary Field Guide for Graphic Designers. Potentially the most important book for graphic designers ever. Written by seven designers: Ellen Lupton, Farah Kafei, Jennifer Tobias (who also illustrated the book!), Buy the book. Buy the book.

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Spine Magazine

MAY 5, 2020

The jurors provided comments about each selection for the show’s print catalog and are expected to gather to discuss their process during the AUPresses virtual annual meeting in June. I have every single AUP catalog since my book design career began almost 10 years ago at Columbia University Press. Martin’s Press). At 10 x 13.5

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