TY - BOOK AU - Noble,Ian AU - Noble,Ian TI - Visual research: an introduction to research methods in graphic design T2 - Required reading range SN - 9781474232920 (online) AV - NC997 .B44 2016 U1 - 745.4072/1 23 PY - 2016///] CY - London, New York PB - Fairchild Books, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PIc KW - Graphic arts KW - Research KW - Design N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. 218) and index; Also issued in print; Electronic reproduction; London; Bloomsbury Publishing; 2014; Available via World Wide Web; Access limited by licensing agreement N2 - "Packed with more than 200 colour illustrations, Visual Research explores a range of research methods that can be used by graphic designers and visual communicators in the development of clear and purposeful design solutions. The book introduces key terms and theories that underlie design research; examining the importance of visual grammar and design literacy, audience, communication theory and semiotics. Each chapter features case studies that demonstrate how the use of research methods can form the basis of effective visual communication and design problem solving, eschewing end product analysis for a discussion of the way research feeds into the design process. The third edition features new case studies in each chapter, updated design exercises and a new chapter on design-led tools and information design methods, in relation to both print and on-screen design."-- UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781474232920?locatt=label:secondary_appliedVisualArts ER -