Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
In the field of graphic design, Japanese graphics has established its unique reputation around the world. This book sorts out the development of Japanese graphics into three stages: postwar 40 years, golden 10 year and 21th century to current. Along the way, briefly talk about Japanese aesthetics, Japanese tea ceremony, Japanese traditional painting and manga in order to explore the cultural roots of Japanese graphics. A large quantity of graphic works by Japanese designers are displayed under four categories: Logo, Poster & Book, Branding and Packaging. To deepen the understanding of Japanese graphics and its development, this book features articles written by renowned designers, including Masaaki Hiromura, Daigo Daikoku, Eisuke Tachikawa, Masaomi Fujita, Eriko Kawakami and Ren Takaya.
Synopsis
Japanese graphic design enjoys a unique reputation in the design world, with a distinct aesthetic that makes it instantly recognizable to experts and amateur designers alike. This book explores this unmistakable discipline from all angles, from historical and cultural backgrounds of the form to contemporary work. It features interviews with contemporary designers, discussions on cultural influences such as yamato-e, ukiyo-e, and manga, historical information on the movement's development, and numerous examples of exceptional projects by Japanese designers organized in four categories: logos, posters and books, branding, and packaging. Articles by graphic designers like Masaaki Hiromura, Daigo Daikoku, Eriko Kawakami and more round out the contents, making Japanese Graphics a comprehensive guide to this fascinating field of design.
Synopsis
In the field of graphic design, Japanese graphics has established its unique reputation around the world. This book showcases Japanese graphic works under four categories: Logo, Poster & Book, Branding and Packaging. To deepen the understanding of Japanese graphics and its development, this book features articles written by renowned designers, including Masaaki Hiromura, Eisuke Tachikawa, Masaomi Fujita, Eriko Kawakami, Ren Takaya and Daigo Daikoku.