TY - BOOK AU - Pipes,Alan TI - Production for graphic designers SN - 0879518154 AV - Z244 .P57 1997 PY - 1997/// CY - New York PB - Overlook Press KW - Printing KW - Great Britain KW - United States KW - Graphic arts N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p.) and index N2 - This comprehensive, up-to-date resource is for anyone wanting to learn about the production technology and methods for graphic design -- for print, small screen, and the World Wide Web; Arranges topics logically and covers each stage in detail, from typesetting and the preparation of illustrations to prepress, printing, and finishing. Offers practical guidance and explains processes in a simple, non-technical language, making extensive use of illustrations and diagrams. Focuses on the move to computer/digital means of production for print and the explosive growth of the Internet, offering a complete guide to the net and instructions on how to write a web page with cutting-edge applications of graphic design. Profiles some of today's top designers with inspirational spreads between chapters showcasing their portfolios. Provides 'Hot Tips and Cool Tricks' problem-solving advice boxes in each chapter, and adds 55 new pictures plus 15 new artworks throughout ER -