One-Color Graphics: The Power of Contrast

by Chen Design Associates (contributor)

Not only is one-color design timeless, classic, and visually powerful, it is also far less expensive to print than four-color design. Yet its simplicity is deceiving it takes real artistry and skill to effectively leverage the power of contrast. One-Color Graphics provides a gallery of inspirational one-color and black-and-white designs created by professional artists around the world. From somber and elegant to edgy and bold, these masterpieces of contrast showcase the full range of moods the artist can create by working imaginatively with a basic yet potent color scheme. Projects included in this book range from posters, invitations, and promotional materials to logos and letterheads. This book will help graphic designers of all levels harness the magic and simplicity of one color without breaking a client?s budget.

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[R.Friend · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clean, bold presentation of various one-color pieces in a variety of formats. A very good range of impressive work that almost makes the viewer forget that only one color was used. A great reminder that in most cases, less really is more.