Illustration : a theoretical and contextual perspective /

Male, Alan.

Illustration : a theoretical and contextual perspective / Alan Male. - Lausanne ; Worthing : AVA Academia, 2007. - 1 online resource : col. ill.

This volume introduces the concept of the illustrator as a specialist or authority on a particular subject or as an originator of either fiction and/or non-fiction material. Examples include: effective and creative written communication and authorship, academic research, art direction and design management. Illustration: A Theoretical and Contextual Perspective is a comprehensive guide to contemporary illustration. It provides readers with an understanding of the theory, research, conceptual processing and contexts involved in illustration practice.This book describes a variety of definitions and philosophies of illustration, together with a relevant historical overview.Illustration introduces the notion of the illustrator as a socially and culturally aware communicator: an able professional with knowledge, understanding and insight regarding the context within which they are working and the subject matter that they are engaged with.


Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.

9782940439997 (ebook)


Illustration of books.
Art and Design.