IXD102 ( 30250 ) - Introduction to Communication Design. 2022-23.
This week we learned about Guttenberg and Moveable Type, focusing upon the major influence that the printing press had on the western world. Alongside this, we also covered some of the advancements made to type design.
The Industrial Revolution was a period of rapid industrialization that took place during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, primarily in Europe and North America. It was characterized by the development of new technologies and the growth of factories, which led to the creation of large-scale manufacturing operations. The Industrial Revolution brought significant changes to the way goods were produced and the way people lived and worked. It also had a significant impact on the global economy, leading to the growth of international trade and the rise of capitalist economies. The Industrial Revolution was driven by a number of factors, including the availability of resources such as coal and iron, the development of new technologies and transportation systems, and the growth of population and urbanization.
Japonism is the term used to describe the influence of Japanese art and culture on Western art, particularly in the late 19th century. The term was coined in reference to the popularity of Japanese art and design during this period, which was characterized by a fascination with Japanese aesthetics and a desire to incorporate elements of Japanese culture into Western art and design. The Japonism movement was spurred in part by the opening of Japan to the West in the late 19th century, which made it possible for Western artists and collectors to access and learn about Japanese art and culture. Japonism had a significant impact on various art movements, including Impressionism, Art Nouveau, and the Arts and Crafts movement, and it continues to influence art and design to this day. Some well-known artists who were influenced by Japonism include:
Monet was an important figure in the Impressionist movement, and he was deeply influenced by Japanese art and culture. He collected Japanese prints and was inspired by the use of colour and composition in Japanese art.
Van Gogh was also an Impressionist artist who was interested in Japanese art and incorporated elements of Japonism into his own work. He was particularly drawn to the simplicity and economy of line in Japanese prints.
Renoir was another Impressionist artist who was influenced by Japonism. He was drawn to the bright, bold colours and flat, decorative style of Japanese prints and incorporated these elements into his own paintings.
