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Books on Graphic Design

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Historic Graphic Design

Jay T. Last Collection of Graphic Arts and Social History
Digital collection at the Huntington Library

Selecting Colors

These books are available on RESERVE in the Library; call number Z258 .P363 2012 v. 1-5

Learn about the Pantone system at their website

Pantone Reference Library
This PANTONE PLUS SERIES provides an accurate method for the selection, specification, communication and reproduction of PANTONE MATCHING SYSTEM® Colors, the international color language that is used for design, print, packaging and other industries where color communication is needed.

Web Links

AIGA | the professional association for design
Founded in 1914, AIGA remains the oldest and largest professional membership organization for design.
ATypI
ATypI (Association Typographique Internationale) is the premier worldwide organisation dedicated to type and typography. Founded in 1957, ATypI provides the structure for communication, information and action amongst the international type community.
The Book Cover Archive
Database of book covers searchable by title, designer, illustrator, genre, author or typefaces.
Branding, Packaging & Opinion
Brand New
Opinions on corporate and brand identity work.
Creativity Awards
International annual awards for Media and Interactive and Print and Packaging
Design Management Institute
This nonprofit organization caters to a global audience of design industry professionals. They are dedicated to career training, networking, and the advancement of design business practices.
Graphic Artists Guild
This professional guild is based in New York City. It serves as a rallying point for graphic artists, animators, cartoonists, and web designers.
International Council of Graphic Design Associations (ICOGRADA)
Began in 1963, providing a network for global designers to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other. ICOGRADA’s database of documents is open to public viewing, including design policies, best practice guides, intellectual property information, regional statistics, and case studies.
Print Magazine
PRINT focuses on a broad stroke of visual culture today, covering everything from publication design to interactive work, motion graphics, corporate branding, exhibitions, illustration and socially conscious design
Web Safe Fonts
15 examples of web safe fonts, from websitesetup.org

Graphic Design Blogs

Unique and creative samples of logo design, product development, and web graphics are displayed on these websites. Stay on top of visual trends by adding these blogs to your reading list.

Creative Bloq – This is a slick, attention-grabbing ode to traditional graphic design, web design, and 3D modeling. Creative Bloq is distributed by Future, an international media network. This blog features op-ed reviews of visual art, interviews with industry leaders, and feature articles on graphic design projects.
Swissmiss – This is the blog of Tina Roth Eisenberg, a professional graphic designer based in New York City. Her blog features unique product designs, software graphics, national design conferences, and industry developments. It is an informal collection of her favorite visual art pieces and multimedia.
You The Designer – This is a comprehensive blog dedicated to the lifestyle of being a graphic designer. Readers can skim through infographics and tutorials on software like AutoDesk, InDesign, and Photoshop. This is also a great stop for professionals and students that need to refill their well of inspiration.
I Love Typography – Fonts and typefaces are critical to graphic design. So it’s no wonder that graphic designer John Boardley has created an entire blog to pay homage to typography. He walks readers through how to identify and choose the right type for a project. Dive into typography theory with this thought-provoking blog.