over & over: a catolog of hand drawn patterns

author: mike perry publisher: princeton architectural press year: 2008 size: 256 pages, 20.3 x 25.4 cm ISBN: 9781568987576

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this book can be regarded as a visual stimulant.

content patterns can be found everywhere. whether they are intentional or accidental, patterns have been around forever. the computer in particular has made the design of pattern much easier with special digital programs designed specifically for this purpose. however, there has been a recent influx of designers who have resisted this new technology and continue to use their good old pencil and paper to execute their graphic and pattern designs.

known for his own hand-drawn approach to graphic design, mike perry first published his book ‘hand job’, an anthology of his typography and graphics he has completed over the last number of years. now he has turned the spotlight on fifty of today’s most talented designers who create patterns by hand and apply their imagery in new ways. ‘over & ‘over, is a catalog of these designers and their works which challenge the traditional notions of pattern and image making. it includes work by deanne cheuk who applies her designs to fashion, martin cibola whose drawings are used in ceramics and robin cameron whose work explores her interests in art.

the book features over 250 vibrant patterns and reminds us of the beautiful qualities of hand-drawing, something which has been lost in our digital age.

is it for me?

‘over & over’ is a good reference book for hand-drawn graphics. the pages are filled with bold images and is a source of inspiration for any creative. ___ see more designboom book reports ___

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