WHAT IS COMPUTER GRAPHICS DESIGN?

“the art or profession of
visual communication that combines
images, words, and ideas to convey
information to an audience. ” A
graphic designer is responsible for
arranging and using elements on
different types of media (such as a
poster, a package or a website),
most likely with the use of a graphics
software program such as Adobe
Illustrator, Photoshop or InDesign.
These elements include:
Where is Graphic Design?
Graphic design is all around us. It is
in our morning paper, on our
commute to work, and on the cover
of our favorite books. The most
common forms include:
This list barely cracks the surface…
ticket stubs, skateboards,
matchbooks, train schedules, credit
cards and countless other products
and everyday items all utilize
graphic design.