Exploring Illustration
Arguably the first standard textbook of its kind, Exploring Illustration presents a curriculum methodology to learning illustration. Written in a friendly, conversational style with input from experienced instructors, this introductory-level book offers a "gallery" of representative approaches to illustration. Fundamental concepts, techniques, styles, and mechanics are highlighted in an approachable compare-and-contrast format, with functional, step-by-step visuals that enhance understanding....
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Fleishman (commercial art, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio) has 30 years of experience in the graphic design industry. Writing for illustration students and young professionals, he opens with chapters on theoretical aspects of illustration, including idea generation; the fundamental building blocks—concept and composition, value, color, line, pattern, texture; subject matter; and the links of history, culture and taste, cross-cultural and ethnic references. Six additional chapters explore the practical aspects of the use of various media. Illustrated in b&w and color. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
PrefaceviiAbout the AuthorxxviiiIntroductionxxixPart 1In Theory21Getting It Down62Building Blocks263The Subject Matters524Connections80Part 2In Practice1085Dry Media1126Wet media1327Pens and Inks1588Scratch, Spray, Dimensional, Extended, and Peripheral1809Collage, Cut Paper, Fabric20610Digital Illustration222Index254
