Author: Heller, Steven

Brand: Taschen

Edition: Multilingual

Features:

• TASCHEN

Binding: Hardcover

Format: Download: Adobe Reader

Number Of Pages: 576

Release Date: 21-03-2016

Details: Product Description The field of illustration has flourished over the last decade, with professionals working both on computers and by hand. In illustration, the single most challenging and captivating subject has been the portrait, frequently used in editorials, advertising, products, and most recently, being the subject of major exhibitions. This book gathers together the exclusive portrait work of over 80 illustrators from all over the world, many of whom were featured in our Illustration Now! series, including Aaron Jasinski, André Carrilho, Hanoch Piven, Anita Kunz, Jody Hewgill, and Dugald Stermer. The book also includes an index of subjects and an introduction by graphic design historian Steven Heller.Illustration Now! is your essential work of reference to the world’s latest, most exciting artists. The series’ easy-to-navigate A–Z entries include current and recent projects and artist information such as biographical details, listed agents, exhibitions, and websites. About the series Bibliotheca Universalis ― Compact cultural companions celebrating the eclectic TASCHEN universe! Review “A book of very beautiful, diverse signatures.”, Design Week, London About the Author Steven Heller is the co-chair of the School of Visual Arts MFA Designer as Author Program. For 33 years he was an art director for The New York Times, and currently writes the “Visuals” column for The New York Times Book Review. He is the author of 120 books on graphic design, illustration, and satiric art. Julius Wiedemann studied graphic design and marketing and was an art editor for newspapers and design magazines in Tokyo before joining TASCHEN in 2001. His titles include the Illustration Now! and Record Covers series, as well as the infographics collection and books about advertising and visual culture.

Package Dimensions: 8.0 x 6.0 x 2.0 inches

Languages: Multilingual, German, English, French