Luna is the image database for CCS and has hundreds of thousands of high resolution images (CCS credentials required). The groups below offer chronological overviews of the history of graphic design.
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Collage for DGD
History of Graphic Design: Pre-History - 1800
History of Graphic Design: early - mid 1800s
History of Graphic Design: mid - late 1800s
History of Graphic Design early 1900 - 1920
History of Graphic Design: 1920s
History of Graphic Design: 1930 - 1945
History of Graphic Design: 1946 - 1960
History of Graphic Design: 1960 - 1970
History of Graphic Design: 1970 - 1980
History of Graphic Design: 1980 - 1990
History of Graphic Design 1990 - 2000
History of Graphic Design: 2000 - now
The Phaidon Archive of Graphic Design
Ted Talks - Focused on type and typography, these design talks feature top designers addressing distinct issues.
Toyota Lecture Series - The Library has DVDs of the CCS Toyota Lecture Series, featuring designers and scholars in the field of design who have spoken on campus (must be viewed in-person in the Library).
Penny Stamps Lectures - Featuring videos of past Penny Stamps speakers, these lectures range from influential artists to famous designers.
Paula Scher: Graphic Design - This full episode from the Netflix series Abstract: The Art of Design looks at the influence New York City has had on designer Paula Scher’s work, her lifelong love of typography, and the map paintings she creates alongside her client projects.
