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Author Prokhorov, Nikita

Title Ambigrams revealed : a graphic designer's guide to creating typographic art using optical illusions, symmetry, and visual perception / Nikita Prokhorov
Published [Place of publication not identified] : New Riders, ©2013

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Description 1 online resource (1 volume) : illustrations
Summary Typography, when coupled with unbridled creativity, craftsmanship, and obsession, can take the mesmerizing form of an ambigram. Ambigrams are typographic designs that combine optical illusion, symmetry, and visual perception. The resulting word or phrase can be read in any number of orientations, viewpoints, or directions. Here is your master class in the art and craft of the ambigram! Curated by graphic and ambigram designer Nikita Prokhorov, this book offers a thorough introduction to the esoteric artistic movement made popular by Dan Brown's novel Angels & Demons. You'll find insightful introductions to the ambigram from an allstar panel of design judges, including Scott Kim, John Langdon, Maggie Macnab, Cheryl Savala, Jessica Hische, Stefan G. Bucher, and Scot Morris. Next comes a series of case studies that includes sketches and the thought process behind the creation of some fascinating ambigrams. Finally, the showcase section presents numerous curated artworks from ambigramists around the world. Equipped with the expert techniques and inspiring examples found in these pages, you'll be ready to start creating your own ambigrams! Stunning showcase of ambigram artwork from around the world Insightful commentary from an all-star panel of ambigram luminaries In-depth case studies illustrating the creation of ambigrams from start to finish
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references
Notes Online resource; title from PDF title page (Safari, viewed June 11, 2013)
Subject Calligraphy.
Plays on words.
Ambiguity.
Optical illusions in art.
Type and type-founding.
Puns and punning.
calligraphy (visual works)
Puns and punning
Ambiguity
Calligraphy
Optical illusions in art
Plays on words
Type and type-founding
Form Electronic book
LC no. 2012277415
ISBN 9780133086478
013308647X
0321855477
9780321855473
Other Titles Graphic designer's guide to creating typographic art using optical illusions, symmetry, and visual perception
Creating typographic art using optical illusions, symmetry, and visual perception