Graphic Design Thinking: Beyond Brainstorming

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Ellen Lupton breaks down the creative process into manageable steps, proving that great ideas are the result of deliberate techniques rather than sudden flashes of genius. This practical handbook moves past basic brainstorming to offer a structured toolkit for solving visual problems. By focusing on three critical stages—defining problems, inventing ideas, and creating form—the author provides a …

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