导语

  

    Anyone trying to communicate in a new language has to firstgain a complete understanding of its fundamentals; the ABCs ofthat language-definitions, functions, and usage. The Language ofGraphic Design provides graphic design students and practitio-ners with an in-depth understanding of the fundamental elementsand principles of their language-graphic design-what they are,why they are important, and how to use.them effectively...

内容提要

  

Point
Line
Shape
Form
Light
Color
Texture
Scale
Movement
Space
Balance
Symmetry
Asymmetry
Tension
Closure
Expression
Abstraction
Tone
Contrast
Figure-Ground
Frame
Proportion
Image
Pattern
Typography
Grid
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
Contributors
About the Author
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Image Resources
Colophon