Archaeological theory today
CC72.A64 2012

This collection of fourteen essays presents an overview of current trends in archaeological theory.

Archaeology and folklore
CC75.7.A724 2011

"This collection includes theoretical discussions and case studies drawn from Western Europe, the Mediterranean and North. They explore the differences between popular traditions relating to historic sites and archaeological interpretations of their history and meaning."

Framing America : a social history of American art
N6512 .P59 2012

"This text offers a thorough introduction to the social, cultural, and historical context of American visual culture, as well as mainstream and canoncial art."

The autopoiesis of architecture : a new framework for architecture
NA2500.S386

"the first volume provides the theoretical groundwork for Schumacher’s ideas – focusing on architecture as an autopoeitic system, with its own theory, history, medium and its unique societal function – the second volume addresses the specific, contemporary challenges and tasks that architecture faces."

China's design revolution
NK1483.A1 J87 2012

The author "describes and documents examples of Chinese design and innovation that range from ancient ceramics to communist propaganda posters. She then explores current award-winning projects in media, fashion, graphic, interior, and product design; and examines the lifestyle and purchasing trends of the “fourth generation,” now in their teens and twenties."

A handbook of media and communication research : qualitative and quantitative methodologies

P91.3 .H35 2012

"A Handbook of Media and Communication Research presents qualitative as well as quantitative approaches to the study of media and communication, integrating perspectives from both the social sciences and the humanities. Taking methodology as a strategic level of analysis that joins practical concerns with theoretical issues, the Handbook offers a comprehensive and in-depth review of the field and a set of guidelines for how to think about, plan, and carry out media and communication studies in different social and cultural contexts."

3D for graphic designers

T385 .C652 2011eb

"Readers get hands-on basic training in working in the 3D space, including product design, industrial design and visualization, modeling, animation, lighting, and rendering all the skills necessary in today's competitive environment.

Helps 2D graphic designers gain the skills they need for a competitive job market that increasingly demands the ability to create or work in 3D

Covers product design, industrial design and visualization, modeling, animation, lighting, and rendering

Prepares you to create designs for iPads and other interactive mobile devices, as well as for print, Web, broadcast, film, HD, video, and more

Uses Luxology modo to illustrate 3D concepts, but the author s techniques and insights will help any artist moving into 3D, no matter what software they use"