The instructions are quick visual exercises in Pocket Art: Portraits, the first book in the new Pocket Art series. This lively, graphic approach to explaining concepts will have you looking and learni
Most architectural standards references contain thousands of pages of details, overwhelmingly more than architects need to know to know on any given day. The updated and revised edition of Architectur
The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book collects the information essential to planning and executing interior projects of all shapes and sizes, and distills it in a format that is as easy t
Learn about 20 endangered animals in this relaxing and beautiful scratch art book. Read fascinating facts about the challenges these creatures face, the habitats they live in, and see if you can guess
This new, pocket volume of the Pocket Universal Principles of Art provides a handy, portable, reference for art enthusiast, art students, and any artist on the go. This is the same excellent informati
This handy, pocket-version of the Universal Methods of Design provides the same thorough and critical presentation of 100 research methods, synthesis/analysis techniques, and research deliverables for
A classic tale returns, unabridged, with dazzling modern illustrations; perfect for gift giving! Enjoy Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland as you've never seen it before. Andr
Renowned artist David Plunkert takes readers on a dark journey into the gothic stories of Edgar Allan Poe. These stories take on a whole new meaning when accompanied by Plunkert's mystical, and so
Enjoy Jane Austen's witty novel of love and misunderstanding as you've never seen it before! Alice Pattullo's colorful interpretation of Pride and Prejudice follows the romantic adventures of Bennett
Brand Bible is a comprehensive resource on brand design fundamentals. It looks at the influences of modern design going back through time, delivering a short anatomical overview and examines brand tre
Graphic Design, Referenced is a visual and informational guide to the most commonly referenced terms, historical moments, landmark projects, and influential practitioners in the field of graphic desig
Managing the Design Process—Implementing Design focuses on design implementation and execution. This is where design ideas become real, tangible goods in the marketplace and beyond. This book e
This book illustrates the point where theory meets practice in the design studio environment. This book examines design management concepts and methods in real-world applications. Unlike other books o
The One Show Boxed Set, 2009 Awardsis a deluxe edition including all three volumes of the One Show annuals, Advertising, Interactive and Design in a beautiful slip-cased package. Includ
The design we see - whether a marketing campaign or a museum exhibit, a video game or a complex control system - is the culmination of many concepts and practices brought together from 21 variety of
Architecture is an art form that provides both function and beauty. Each architect brings something uniquely distinct to his or her work. Learning what makes an architectural work or the body of an ar
A selection of content from the entire Color Harmony library offers readers the most comprehensive reference book on the usage of color available today. Included are swatches and material for design
Doing research can make all the difference between a great design and a good design. By engaging in competitive intelligence, customer profiling, color and trend forecasting, etc., designers are able
First-hand experience and passion for fashion illustration were the driving forces behind the creation of Essential Fashion Illustration: Men. The first half of the book focuses on technical drawings
More than 250 illustrations illustrate the significance and creative use of color in fashion illustrationFrom the first rough sketch pursuing the development of an idea into fabric choice and draping
More than 600 office design solutionsWhether a home studio or a corporate office tower, every office space, with its particular function, needs its own specific design solution. Concepts for reception
New in Paperback! Brush up your books and PDF portfolios and improve your understanding of what the current standards are.Presenting one's portfolio is where every designer begins his or her career. T
The retail industry is one of the most competitive and challenging arenas for graphic designers. The expectation for creativity and originality is extremely high, yet the success rate of many retail
New in Paperback! An inspired resource for creating excellent layouts Layout Workbook is one of five volumes in Rockport's series of practical and inspirational workbooks that cover the fundamental a
Design Elements is a fun and comprehensive manual for graphic designers that includes hundreds of tips and examples for designers to attain the fundamental skills that contribute to successful design
New in paperback, The Typography Workbook provides an at-a-glance reference book for designers on all aspects of type.The book is part of Rockport's popular Workbook series of practical and inspiratio
For designers working in every medium, layout is arguable the most basic, and most important, element. Effective layout is essential to communication and enables the end user to not only be drawn in w
Logos?for everything from food and fashion to conferences and corporations?are among designers? most prized projects. When LogoLounge debuted in hardcover, it was the first in a series celebrating t
Design Genius Jr.: Adventures in Architecture for Kids uses design thinking to teach kids how buildings are built.Design Genius Jr.: Adventures in Architecture for Kids introduces kids to the design c
The One Show celebrates all of the qualities that go into making a successful ad campaign or design. Considered by many to be the benchmark in advertising annuals, this year's edition features the ver
Practice Makes Perfect! Created by Abbey Sy, lettering expert and author of Hand Lettering A to Z, this must-have companion volume is a super-sized collection of drills, exemplars, and practice
In Pocket Art: Figure Drawing, the second book in the new new Pocket Art series (be sure to check out the first book on Portraits!), the instruction comes in quick visual exercises. You&rsqu
Designer, author, educator Timothy Samara is a world authority on type and graphic design. His 2004 Rockport book, Typography Workbook has become an essential reference text for design class
Design School: Layout is an instructive guide for students, recent graduates, and self-taught designers. It provides a comprehensive introduction to creating and changing layouts: a crucially importa
Design School: Type is an instructive guide for students, recent graduates, and self-taught designers. You'll get a comprehensive introduction to typography, a crucially important skill that under
Dissent is an essential part of keeping democratic societies healthy, and our ability as citizens to voice our opinions is not only our privilege, it is our responsibility. Most importantly, it is a h
This second edition of New Masters of Poster Design features the best poster designers currently working all over the world. This book brings back a handmade aesthetic that was really never lost, but
Two-hundred pages of inspiring package designs from around the world deliver insight on the practices of highly accomplished package designers.Effective package design balances aesthetic consideratio
This comprehensive collection illustrates the world of graphic design country by country, featuring the best graphic designers from all over the world. An amazing reference, this book provides insight
Anatomy of Design dissects fifty examples of graphic design piece by piece, revealing an array of influences and inspirations. These pieces represent contemporary artifacts that are well conceived, f
