Pie Tree Press: Memories from the Composing Room Floor

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A new and expanded trade edition of Jim Rimmer’s letterpress limited-edition original makes available the autobiography of this gifted type designer and private-press printer. Beginning with his less than shining early academic career, Rimmer recounts his first experiences setting type at Vancouver Technical High School and leaving school after grade ten for a six-year apprenticeship in the composing room at J.W. Boyd’s in the 1950s. With stories about the c… More >>

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Graphis Design Annual 2010

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GraphisDesignAnnual2010 features the year’s best international Design work in a variety of categories ranging from Annual Reports, Branding and Exhibits to Logos, Packaging and Posters, with detailed explanations in the back of the book written by designers on their process to the solution. This year’s edition includes Q&A’s with Robert Priest, one of the platinum winners in this Annual; Office, who branded the only non-profit pirate store in San Francisco and Goodb… More >>

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Art Schools Aren’t Just for Art

Years ago, art schools typically were limited to those who had artistic ability and were interested in drawing, painting, and more traditional artistic careers. Now art schools offer a wide range of programs, certifications, and degrees that will satisfy any creative talent by offering many career opportunities and options.

Art schools now offer programs ranging from Advertising, Dancing and Choreography, Art, Music, Game Art and Design, Graphic Design, Web Design, to Interior Design and Culinary Management. If you are interested in fashion, some schools also offer Fashion and Retail Management, as well as Media Arts and Animation. Interested in acting? Art schools offer training in that area, as well as film and video editing, audio and video equipment technicians, camera and motion pictures. These are just a few examples of programs offered. The possibilities are endless, and vary by school.

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