Graphic Design
by Drew de Soto
appears in Design, Design, and Art.
This book is practical and immediate, without being condescending or overly technical. It is like having a graphic design mentor who will help you come up with ideas, develop your concepts, and implement them in a way that is engaging and humorous. It gives readers the experience and ability that normally comes from years of onthejob training. Al...
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