Books of interest

Making splash graphics flow 

Highlighting how photography and illustration can coincide together, the book showcases strong iconography. A range of textures are explored, highlighting how these promote differing atmospheres to the consumer. When thinking about this in relation to my publication, I believe that this may help me to embody the 'witchy' aesthetic. 

Jackie 

In order to understand how women position themselves, it is important to note how women within society have been influenced from a young generation. As a result of this, Jackie, highlights the key themes outlined in the vintage women's magazine. This book was also a good point of view to uncover articles surrounding a traditional women's magazine. This could then be mimicked ironically within my design.

The last magazine 

The last magazine highlights some key pieces of design. Looking at glyphs, postmodernism and modernism, the book outlines key design traits. The book also highlights editorials, showcasing which editorials are most effective. 

In relation to my magazine, I felt that it helped to look through others, with critical reference, gaining a better understanding of legibility. 

Design culture 

The book design culture focuses upon of theory and practical relating specifically to the effects of contemporary design. Key, design relevant information was gained from this. Firstly it was suggested that structure and surface merge into design today, with designers conceiving of form organically, generating fluid surfaces in places of rigid structure. Suggesting that the designer has become the orchestrator of environments and experience of materials.

Secondly it was suggested that in a culture whereby images and materials are recycled, reused and discarded, designers today reclaim abandoned artifacts. With designers drawing from social and cultural history. Design being conceived in terms of its cultural environment.