By Jim Krause ISBN 1581805012; $24.99; 360 pages; Paperback With this latest addition to his popular Index series, Jim Krause covers all the basics--everything from typography and color to layout and business issues. Design Basics Index is packed with timeless content graphic designers will turn to again and again, including: A wealth of samples and exercises in a fun, flippable format Tools and techniques for creating dynamic layouts Inspiring ideas for successful idea brainstorming and concepting Tips and tricks for navigating the industry with ease This book starts readers out with a look at the basic building blocks of design and takes them through the process of putting those elements together to create head-turning work. It's a desk reference no designer should be without! As a professional designer for 20 years, Jim Krause has done work for such top companies as McDonald's, Microsoft and Washington Apples. The author of the successful Index series, Krause lives in Bellingham, Washington.