Shapes: Geometric Forms in Graphic Design

Dots and lines form all the geometrical shapes: circles, arches, triangles, squares, trapeziums, rhombuses, cubes, spheres, polyhedrons…
Geometric shapes are widely used by graphic designers and applied to all the fields of communication. This book displays how familiar shapes can be transformed and used to convey concepts and trends in design. With a broad range of case studies featured, it will undoubtedly be an invaluable source for all professionals in graphic design. AUTHOR: Wang Shaoqiang is a professor and graduate supervisor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China). He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on international design, architecture, branding, communication, trends and culture, and he is also the editor of Design 360 magazine and Asia- Pacific Design. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organisations, and he has been a jury member for China’s most prestigious design and illustration awards. Mr. Wang is also director of the Guangdong Museum of Art and professor and doctoral supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. SELLING POINTS: . Shapes showcases today’s use of geometrical forms by graphic designers from all over the world. . The reader can see how although used from time immemorial geometrical forms can be used in fascinating new ways. . A rich source of inspiration for graphic designers. Colour images