The Tuna Design Philosophy: Features and Benefits
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January 31, 2025
The selection of design posts and articles about the last 150 years of graphic design and the graphic arts provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of this field. From the Art Nouveau movement to the modernist designs of the mid-20th century, each era is characterized by its unique aesthetic and cultural influences.
The development of new printing technologies, such as lithography and offset printing, allowed designers to experiment with new techniques and styles. The rise of digital technology in recent decades has further expanded the possibilities for graphic design, leading to an explosion of creativity and innovation. Through these posts and articles, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how graphic design has evolved and how it continues to shape our visual culture today.
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A delightful set of photo postcards made in Norway in the 1960s. Wonderfully, nearly all the cards in the set include a cheerful red car (of various makes), merrily making its way through the Norwegian countryside. The postcards thus evoke a series of personal snapshots of one person’s road-trip.Read More →
Ellen Lupton’s “Design is Storytelling” emphasizes design’s narrative potential, urging designers to create emotionally resonant experiences that engage and captivate audiences beyond aesthetics alone.Read More →
“Glyph” by Adriana Caneva and Shiro Nishimoto explores the history and usage of punctuation marks in the Latin alphabet, appealing to linguists and design enthusiasts.Read More →
Transforming Type examines kinetic or moving type in a range of fields including film credits, television idents, interactive poetry and motion graphics. As the screen increasingly imitates the properties of real-life environments, typographic sequences are able to present letters that are active and reactive. Read More →
Route 66’s signage, featuring vibrant typography, is an iconic symbol of a bygone Americana. Despite the fading of this historic pathway’s physical landmarks, its aesthetic and cultural impact continues to inspire contemporary design and evoke a sense of nostalgia and adventure.Read More →
Symmetry in design and nature creates balance and harmony, drawing attention and triggering intuitive excitement. However, over-reverence may lead to stagnation.Read More →
Johannes Gutenberg’s contribution to printing technology lies in perfecting movable type, not its invention, impacting art and design across Europe.Read More →
Typography is, from the perspective of newcomers, plagued with confusing terminology. On the other hand, the technical vocabulary does allow for serious and precise discussion and manipulation of text.Read More →
Typography is a crucial part of graphic design, requiring skill and creativity. It enhances the aesthetic and functionality of digital design. Good design serves a purpose.Read More →