Graphic Design Commandments: 365 Practical Tips | Sean Adams, Peter Dawson, Tony Seddon, John Foster

Graphic Design Rules: 365 Essential Design Dos and Don'ts is a collection of practical tips to help designers create high-quality, aesthetic, and functional projects. Four authors - Sean Adams, Peter Dawson, John Foster, and Tony Seddon - have combined their experience to formulate rules and recommendations that cover all aspects of graphic design.

The book contains 365 short tips divided into key categories: typography, composition, color, layout, client interaction, prepress, and much more.

The main ideas of the book

• What makes design effective?
  The authors talk about principles that help create balanced, harmonious, and purposeful designs.

• Typography matters
  The book pays attention to font selection, their combinations, and placement to improve readability and visual aesthetics.

• Correct use of color
  Tips on choosing palettes, contrast, color perception, and its impact on the audience.

• Collaboration and work with clients
  A separate section is dedicated to communication with clients, feedback, and effective project management.

Who is this book for?

• Graphic designers – both beginners and experienced professionals.
• Illustrators and layout designers who work with visual content.
• Marketers and brand managers who want to better understand design principles.
• Anyone who strives to create visually appealing and professional projects.

📌 "Graphic Design Commandments" is a handy reference that you can refer to daily to improve your skills and avoid common design mistakes.