Graphic Design For Everyone (9780241343814)

About Graphic Design For Everyone

Trying to make a visual impact online? Need a new look for a personal, business, or community project? With this beginners guide to graphic design, youll be able to do this and much more!
There have never been more opportunities to promote yourself digitally or in print, but to succeed you need to master the art of visual communication - combining type, image, and colour into an appealing, accessible message. Graphic Design for Everyone shows you how to define your brand and your message, then takes you through the principles of good graphic design. Find out how to create a brand plan, discover how a typeface sets the mood, and learn how colour theory can add power and meaning to your designs.
Once youve learned the basics, the ten step-by-step projects will help you create your own stunning designs - including business stationery, an invitation, sales brochure, website, newsletter and online shop. Theres also plenty of practical advice on publishing online, dealing with printers, commissioning professionals and much more.
Whether youre a design newcomer or keen to build on what you know, Graphic Design for Everyone is the only resource youll ever need.