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Graphic Design

By Jacci Howard Bear, About.com

Things a graphic designer might create

Some of the many possible graphic design print projects.

Photo © J. James
Definition: Graphic design is the process and art of combining text and graphics and communicating an effective message in the design of logos, graphics, brochures, newsletters, posters, signs, and any other type of visual communication. Today's graphic designers often use desktop publishing software and techniques to achieve their goals.
Also Known As: graphic arts | graphics design | visual communications | desktop publishing
Common Misspellings: graphic desing
Examples:
"A brochure that makes watching water boil seem exciting or a business card that entices the recipient to call instead of toss owe at least part of their success to good graphic design -- it doesn't matter if they were created with the latest hot software or an old ink pen."

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