1000 Symmetrical Patterns: Ornamental Artwork To Inspire Design

Author: Jay Friedenberg

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  • : $30.00 AUD
  • : 9781592536207
  • : Rockport Publishers Inc.
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  • : 01 September 2010
  • : United States
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Barcode 9781592536207
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Description

Artists, graphic designers, and craftspeople are always looking for new sources of inspiration and new ideas to incorporate into their work. This book is an extensive print and electronic library of symmetrical patterns in changing arrangements and colorways, inspired by traditional iconic motifs found in various cultures throughout history. The patterns are suited to many applications, including quilt, tile, fabric, jewelry, architectural, product, website, and graphic design. The enclosed CD ROM allows the reader to reproduce, resize, or otherwise modify all of the designs for his or her own purposes.

Author description

Jay Friedenberg is the associate professor and chair of psychology and director of the Cognitive Science Program at Manhattan College in Riverdale, NY. He is the author of several books and articles, including several on the topics of symmetry and perception. Jacob Roesch teaches art and graphic design at Manhattan College. His work has exhibited at galleries through the United States.