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Prints and Visual Communication (Mit Press),New
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The sophistication of the photographic process has had two dramatic resultsfreeing the artist from the confines of journalistic reproductions and freeing the scientist from the unavoidable imprecision of the artist's prints. So released, both have prospered and produced their impressive nineteenth and twentiethcentury outputs. It is this premise that William M. Ivins, Jr., elaborates in Prints and Visual Communication, a history of printmaking from the crudest wood block, through engraving and lithography, to Talbot's discovery of the negativepositive photographic process and its far reaching consequences.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Prints and Visual Communication'? A: The book explores the evolution of printmaking techniques from traditional methods like woodblock printing to the advancements in photography, emphasizing how these changes have impacted both artists and scientists.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Prints and Visual Communication'? A: The author of the book is William M. Ivins, Jr., who provides a historical perspective on printmaking.
- Q: When was 'Prints and Visual Communication' published? A: The book was published on July 15, 1969.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Prints and Visual Communication' is a paperback.
- Q: How many pages does 'Prints and Visual Communication' have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: Is 'Prints and Visual Communication' suitable for beginners in art? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of printmaking history and techniques, making it accessible for beginners as well as informative for more experienced readers.
- Q: What kind of illustrations or images can I expect in this book? A: While the book primarily focuses on the textual history of printmaking, it includes relevant examples and discussions of various print techniques, which may be accompanied by illustrations.
- Q: What is the significance of the negative-positive photographic process discussed in the book? A: The negative-positive photographic process revolutionized printmaking by allowing for more accurate reproductions, influencing both artistic and scientific fields.
- Q: Is this book a part of a series or an edition? A: This is the third printing of 'Prints and Visual Communication', indicating that it has been revised or reprinted multiple times.
- Q: What category does 'Prints and Visual Communication' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Decorative Arts & Design.