Design Basics

Authors : Stephen Pentak; David A. Lauer

9781285858227

320 Pages Paperback

9th Edition | Previous Editions: 2012, 2008, 2007

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A national bestseller, DESIGN BASICS presents art fundamentals concepts in full two- to four-page spreads, making the text easy for students to refer to while they work and giving instructors the utmost flexibility in organizing the course. The authors provide diverse, two-dimensional visual example... more

Features

A flexible, modular organization enables you to use the text in any sequence.

Each concept is covered in a two- to four-page spread, providing students with a resource and support that they can rely on throughout their art education and beyond.

A stunning full-color illustration program features a... more

New to this Edition

Dozens of new graphic design examples are included, along with a greater diversity of painting from all eras, including contemporary work.

Examples from architecture as well as new media applications to journalistic photography and organic forms help students recognize the language of design in eve... more

Authors

Stephen Pentak

Stephen Pentak received his BA from Union College in New York, and his MFA from Tyler School of Art at Temple University. He is Professor Emeritus of Art, and a past Associate Dean of the College of the Arts at Ohio State University. He has been the recipient of four Ohio Arts Council Fellowships and he has been a visiting resident artist at Delfina Studios in London, and Glasgow School of Art. Mr. Pentak's recent solo exhibitions include shows at Kathryn Markel Fine Arts in New York and Susan Street in San Diego. He is co-author of COLOR BASICS as well as DESIGN BASICS. www.stephenpentak.com.

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David A. Lauer

David A. Lauer is Emeritus Professor of Art at the College of Alameda.

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Design Basics: 3D

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DESIGN BASICS: 3D is not only an excellent resource that will help you succeed in the classroom but it is also an exceptional tool that will assist you as you continue to develop your creative talent throughout your career. Filled with examples from nature, art, architecture, design, the crafts, and popular... more

Design Basics: 2D and 3D

9781133310402

DESIGN BASICS, the market leading text for the two-dimensional design course, now covers 3D design! This text is an excellent resource that will help you succeed in the classroom, as well as an exceptional tool that will assist you as you continue to develop your creative talent throughout your caree... more

Design Basics: 3D

9781133310426