Exploring InDesign CS3 (Design Exploration Series)

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 352 pages
• Published by: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
• Edition: 1st Edition June 25, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1418052639
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1418052638
• Book Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.9 x 1 inches
• Weighs: 2 pounds

Book Description
In the world of design, projects don't come with directions. The "recipe book" approach used by most software books does little to prepare designers for the demands of a highly competitive industry. Exploring InDesign CS3 takes a different approach. With an emphasis on typography and critical thinking, Exploring InDesign CS3 transforms the novice into a professional who is able to use the software while applying industry-standard design principles. In addition to using the new features of Adobe InDesign CS3, users learn to identify each project's challenges and to strategize the best production sequence. Chapters and projects are carefully organized to move learners from basic operations to creating complex documents. Each chapter builds upon the skills presented in the previous chapter. As in industry, the emphasis throughout is on technical accuracy and productivity.

About The Author
Terry Rydberg is lead graphic design instructor at the Harry V. Quadracci Printing and Graphics Center, Waukesha County Technical College, in Wisconsin. A recognized educator and recipient of the NISOD award, Rydberg has designed courses in page layout, typography, design, color theory, advertising, and portfolio preparation. Her background in both the print and design fields provides a contextual framework from which to develop instructional content that is both relevant and creative. Rydberg holds a Masters in Education, with undergraduate degrees in technical education, printing, and graphic design. This is her third publication with Thomson.

Reader Reviews
I bought this book because of the 5-star rating. I'm a medium to advanced level page layout designer and have worked with both PageMaker and Quark in the past. At first this book has clear instructions for both Mac and PC users. But then it deviates and the instructions become less accurate, at least for a Mac. I'm spending an inordinate amount of time trying to figure out where stuff is. Good example: book says for Glyphs, choose Text, Glyphs. No way. Acutally, you have to choose Windows, then Type & Tables. On the plus side, this book is nicely designed and is an excellent source for learning typography and page layout. But MAC USERS PROCEED WITH CAUTION especially if you're new to this type of program. Comment | | (Report this)