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Making and Breaking the Grid

Making and Breaking the Grid coverMaking and Breaking the Grid
by Timothy Samara

A worthwhile book on grids. After a brief introduction to grids and their usage, the book launches into gallery mode by showcasing examples from a variety of media. It breaks down the grid being used in each piece while walking through a broad range of styles and solutions. Less academic than other grid books, but succeeds in depicting solid problem solving.

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