Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
The Designer's Desktop Manual, Second Edition is still a top-notch exploration of the essential aspects of key areas of print and screen based design-type and typography--now updated and revised to reflect changes in Adobe CS5. It offers insight into current technological issues and the skills needed to bring design to a professional standard, addressing imaging, layout, and printing--from the most basic, introductory techniques and principles, to more advanced practices. Historical background on key topics is offered, putting the techniques into context with the evolution of design.
Synopsis
- Updated to reflect changes in the soon-to-be-released Adobe CS5
- Explores the essential aspects of key areas of print and screen-based design
- Step-by-step projects and inspirational examples
- Offers insight into the technological issues and step-by-step skills needed to bring design to a professional standard
- Historical background on key topics