Male, Professor Alan
Illustration: A Theoretical and Contextual Perspective
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350283534
- author:
- Male, Professor Alan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Visual Arts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 26.7 x 20.8 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Design, Graphic Arts,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Illustration: A Theoretical and Contextual Perspective by Alan Male is a comprehensive guide for illustration students worldwide. This influential book brings together theory, context, and practical understanding to help readers grasp the complexities of conceptual illustration.
Through hundreds of images from contemporary illustrators, this edition explores key concepts such as visual metaphors, storytelling, truth and documentation, identity and persuasion, and briefs and development. A new chapter, 'Illustrator as Author and Polymath', highlights the diverse skills required beyond a strong visual style.
This updated edition features a re-designed layout, an expanded glossary, further reading, and up to 30% new imagery, reflecting recent trends in contemporary illustration practice. With its wealth of examples from around the world, readers can gain a deeper understanding of successful illustration practices.