When the Dreamday Pattern Journals from Laurence King arrived at my doorstep, I was a little bit excited. Not just because they are notebooks, and I admitted a long time ago that I have way too many (I just can’t put pen to paper!) but because these are different to your average idea storage. You might remember that 2015 saw the introduction of adult colouring books and they hit in a big way (and if you don’t...
My bookshelf is looking a little more vibrant this week thanks to a new addition: Creating a Brand Identity: A Guide for Designers by Catharine Slade-Brooking. Branding is probably the most recognised area of Graphic Design as it covers a bit of everything: typography, colour theory, copywriting, art direction, strategy and packaging. Reading this book has reminded me how much I love thinking about the strategy and psychology behind branding, so sorry if I ramble on… oops!...
The guys at Laurence King kindly sent me a copy of Graphic Design Visionaries by Caroline Roberts, founder and editor of Grafik Magazine, and after sitting down for a good read (with a cuppa tea) I wanted to share it with you guys. The book, which is due for release in August, is a celebration of 77 of the most influential Graphic Designers since the 1800s. I’ve never really seen a book that features so many important...
I don’t know why, but the other night I just felt like spending some money. For people who know me, that will be hard to believe! Usually I’m really careful with my money and it takes a lot of consideration prior to me parting with it, but I just felt an urge to splurge! haha I didn’t go too crazy though – I pre-ordered 2 books: ‘Popular lies about Graphic Design’ by Craig Ward… … and...