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Visual Impact: Creative Dissent In The 21St Century
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An accessible and richly illustrated exploration of how art and design have driven major social and political change in the 21st century.Visual Impact highlights the extraordinary power of art and graphic design to effect social and political change. Richly illustrated with over 400 images, this is a visual guide to the most influential and highly politicised imagery of the digital age.Organised thematically by global issues and events, Visual Impacts generously illustrated spreads, clearly present and explain the most influential and highly politicised imagery of the twentyfirst century. Themes and issues include popular uprisings (the Arab Spring, the London Riots), social activism (marriage equality), and environmental crises (Hurricane Katrina), as well as the recent Je Suis Charlie protests.Showcasing over 200 artists and designers, ranging from internationally renowned names such as Ai Wei Wei and Shepard Fairey to anonymous internet users distributing work across Twitter and Facebook, Visual Impact features exciting graphics from emerging economies such as Brazil, Russia and China, and recent work created in response to the Arab Spring.Complements Phaidon titles Graphic Agitation and Graphic Agitation 2 by providing insight to the art and design shaping todays global political landscape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Visual Impact: Creative Dissent in the 21st Century'? A: 'Visual Impact' explores how art and design have influenced social and political changes in the 21st century, showcasing significant imagery related to global issues.
- Q: How many pages does 'Visual Impact' contain? A: 'Visual Impact' has a total of 240 pages filled with illustrations and thematic content.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Liz McQuiston, known for her expertise in design history and criticism.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Visual Impact' is available in a flexibound format, which offers durability and flexibility.
- Q: When was 'Visual Impact' published? A: 'Visual Impact' was published on October 5, 2015.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can be found in the book? A: The book features over 400 illustrations, showcasing influential and politicized imagery from various global events.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Visual Impact'? A: Topics include popular uprisings, social activism, environmental crises, and significant protests, all presented through a visual lens.
- Q: Is 'Visual Impact' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'Visual Impact' can serve as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in design, art history, and political imagery.
- Q: Does this book feature works from well-known artists? A: Yes, it showcases works from renowned artists like Ai Wei Wei and Shepard Fairey, alongside contributions from various designers.
- Q: What makes 'Visual Impact' unique compared to other design books? A: 'Visual Impact' uniquely combines visual storytelling with critical analysis of the role of art in contemporary political discourse.