Fundamentals of Illustration

Name: Fundamentals of Illustration
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ISBN: 9782940373338

ISBN-10: 2940373337

ISBN-13: 9782940373338

Edition: 2005

Authors: Lawrence Zeegen, Crush

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Creating great illustration work requires specialist skills and knowledge, and in addition to practical applications, this text teaches a comprehension of basic communication theory and creative strategies.

Book details

List price: $38.50
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date: 4/1/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 176
Size: 7.75" wide x 8.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.430

Lawrence Zeegen is an influential image-maker, illustrator, graphic designer and academic. He is also a regular contributor to Computer Arts magazine, Creative Review, the Association of Illustrators' magazine The Journal, Artists' Newsletter and MacFormat. He was Council Member for The Association of Illustrators 2000-2002, is a full D&AD member and has been on annual award jury panels for both.




Introduction


Contents


How to Get the Most from this Book


Foreword



Introduction



Communicating Ideas


The Blank Sheet of Paper


Why Ideas?


The Briefing


Investigation of the Subject Matter


Gathering Inspiration


Brainstorming


Explaining the Visual


Longevity



The Medium is the Message


The Power of the Pencil


Material World


Art School Ethos


Illustration as a Discipline


A Demanding Life


Mixing Media


The Digital Divide


The New Wave of Illustrators



From Outcomes to Outlets


The Overview


Editorial Illustration


Book Publishing


Fashion Illustration


Advertising Illustration


Music Industry Illustration


Graphic Design Studio Collaboration


Self-Initiated Illustration



Making it Happen


Marketing the Product and The Art of Self-Promotion


Portfolios


The Website


Avenues for Self-Promotion


Illustration Agency Representation


Presentation Techniques



Production


Essential Kit


Studio Set-Up


Resources and Reference


Production Tips


Legal Tips



Conclusion


Contacts


Bibliography


Acknowledgements