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the graphic design experience? (xposted in my old blog 12.11.06)
design by lello , Alfa Romeo Show
(from thevisualdictionary.net)
From wikipedia:
Graphic design is a form of visual communication using text and/or images to present information, or promote a message. The art of graphic design embraces a range of cognitive skills and crafts including typography, image development and page layout. Graphic design is applied in communication design and fine art. Like other forms of communication, graphic design
often refers to both the process (designing) by which the communication is created, and the products (designs) such as creative solutions, imagery and multimedia compositions. Graphic design is traditionally applied to static media, such as books, magazines and brochures. Additionally, since the advent of computers, graphic design is utilised in electronic media - often referred to as interactive design, or multimedia design.
One of the keywords I would like to highlight is the two famed words - visual communication. This catch phrase has been tagged to mean a lot of things - expression, passing of a certain message, a tangible value, an impending cause - all of these things may be transmitted through the use of graphic design.
But, I must also note that Graphic design is constantly expanding in its definition - it is not limited only to anything visual, it now engages users into a different experience of connectivity.
What we are seeing now is the practice of graphic design within the Philippines transforming itself into a more progressive, innovative and cultural movement. Why is this so? And why does it seem to be happening in such a rapid speed?
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