People of Print: Innovative, Independent Design & Illustration

Description

In a world in which screen-based graphics and digital design dominate the mainstream, creating design for print continues to thrive among an international community of like-minded individuals. People of Print brings together more than 50 key artists and studios who embrace print's potential for creative expression and experimentation. Written by Marcroy Smith, founder of the eponymous online resource, and Andy Cooke, his long-time collaborator, People of Print presents a dazzling array of work created for paper and beyond, including posters, flyers, packaging, fanzines, self-published books, textiles and fashion, and exhibition design. Fully illustrated profiles, in-depth interviews and a comprehensive reference section make this book an inspirational resource for all graphic designers and illustrators who appreciate the value and craft of print.

Marcroy Smith is the founder of People of Print and The Creative Universe. Andy Cooke is an independent graphic designer.

'Detailing everything from the papermaking process, to essays on new technology ... one thing's for sure - print is still very much alive and kicking' - Dazed Digital 'People of Print have steered clear of Photoshopped blandness and stuck with glorious handmade imperfection' - Guardian Online 'Visually stimulating ... will make you too want to try your hand at becoming a person of print' - Aesthetica