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Volume 1, Number 2: 2005
Special Issue: Visual Communication
Editorial: Roxburgh, M.
Nini, P.J.
Sharpening One's Axe: Making a Case for a Comprehensive Approach to Research in the Graphic Design Process
pp.1-10.
keywords: problem-solving, user-centred, process models, planning models, research methods
The goal of this paper is to present the basic information needed for graphic designers to consider incorporating the demonstrated research techniques in their work. It is my hope that more graphic designers will pursue a research-based approach to the process of creating appropriate and effective communications for the various users and audience groups for which they design.
Schenk, P.
Before and After the Computer: The Role of Drawing in Graphic Design
pp.11-20.
keywords: Drawing ability, Design process, Digital studio
This paper is based on some of the key findings from a research programme conducted over 20 years, and charts significant adaptations to the professional practice of graphic designers and changes in a traditional, largely paper-based design process to one extensively facilitated by a digital working environment.
Stones, C.
Identifying, Categorising and Rationalising Digital Design Moves Made by Novice Graphic Designers
pp.21-36.
keywords: Design moves, Colour schemes, Digital design, Visualisation, Design process
Generally this paper hopes to set an agenda promoting the use of digital design move capture and visualisation systems within the formal study of graphic design practice, to accompany other research tools such as protocol analysis and task observations.
Volume 1, Number 1: 2005
Editorial: Newton, S. and Roxburgh, M.
Roxburgh, M. and Kasunic, J.L.
Looking for Limits in a World of Excess
pp.1-14.
keywords: photography, observation, curriculum
In this paper we advance the proposition that careful observation, in an iterative framework, is a necessary pre-condition for any intelligent and informed photo-imaging practice.
Mignone, J.
Handmade: The Revitalisation of Illustration Looking for Limits in a World of Excess
pp.15-23.
keywords: Illustration, Drawing, Digital imagery, Visual problem solving
As a society it is now rare for us to be commonly exposed to and appreciate a diverse range of illustrative material. In this paper I propose that illustrators create a new need for their work before its use disappears. It is up to Illustrators to not only save what some see as a dying art but to re populate our mainstream culture with diverse, creative illustrated images.
contact: journal.editor@agda.com.au
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