Publishing Design - Task 2

28.8.2023 - 6.10.2023 / Week 1 - Week 6

Lee Yan Xu / 0347696 / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media

Publishing Design

Task 2

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Lecture

All lectures can be found here

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Introduction

Based on this 3000 words, we highlight 16 sentences/words to illustrate it which we call visualize.

Here is the 16 pictures that I used. I have taken 16 pictures from reallife and make it black & white so that I can let readers know what am I focusing on. Then, I put some simple illustrations on each picture to make it more fun instead of only black and white because it is boring.

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Visuals thumbnail

All images in pdf

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Feedback

Week 2 Add subtext

Week 3

try not to use illustrations but other photos that can explain the sentences.

Week 4 Have to work harder to complete all the visuals because I am still doing the wrong things about the visuals.

Week 5 The visuals are not exciting but still okay and I've no time now, so just use it.

Week 6

Just some layout and size problems, keep them and remember to finish by today.

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Reflection

This creation gave me a very new experience, both physically and psychologically. First of all, I used someone else's article to make this book, and as someone who has never read books, when I read that book, I felt the power of words, and it really attracted me. As for the psychological aspect, there was a very superior sense of accomplishment in finishing the book, especially when holding it in hand, which was definitely something that had never been experienced before. I am very happy to finish this assignment.

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Further Reading

Fig 17, The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst

"The Elements of Typographic Style" by Robert Bringhurst is a seminal guide on typography, emphasizing clarity, elegance, and readability.  Bringhurst explores the art of typesetting, advocating for thoughtful design choices, proper spacing, and the harmonious integration of text and visuals.  With a poetic approach, he delves into the historical and aesthetic aspects of typography, offering practical advice for creating visually appealing and effective typographic compositions.  The book serves as a comprehensive reference for designers, emphasizing the nuanced artistry of typography and its crucial role in communication.