Impressive

Impressive
Printmaking, Letterpress and Graphic Design

Editors: R. Klanten, H. Hellige
Language: English

Release: April 2010  
Price: € 44,00 / $ 69,00 / £ 40,00

Inspired by the challenge of hands-on tweaks and unpredictable results as well as the tactile qualities of different inks, papers, and binding techniques, today’s creatives are rediscovering old-fashioned printing methods and crafts. Impressive is a topical exploration of the interplay between current trends in graphic design and traditional handiwork such as letterpress printing, hand-cut linotype, chiselled woodblocks, and embossing. In addition to a rich selection of invitations, business cards, stationery, posters, and other material pri...

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