The Story of Emoji

The Story of EmojiDiscover the fascinating journey of emoji in 'The Story of Emoji' by Gavin Lucas. This stunning hardback book, measuring 195 x 195 mm and featuring 192 pages, delves deep into the evolution of emojis from their humble origins as a symbol typeface for a Japanese mobile provider in the late 1990s to their status as an international communication phenomenon. Learn about the transformative power of these pictorial characters and how they have

Discover the fascinating journey of emoji in 'The Story of Emoji' by Gavin Lucas. This stunning hardback book, measuring 195 x 195 mm and featuring 192 pages, delves deep into the evolution of emojis from their humble origins as a symbol typeface for a Japanese mobile provider in the late 1990s to their status as an international communication phenomenon. Learn about the transformative power of these pictorial characters and how they have revolutionized the way we express emotions in our digital conversations. With insights into non-text typefaces, the book explores everything from early printing press decorations to modern-day ASCII art and kaomoji. Additionally, it features an exclusive interview with Shigetaka Kurita, the creator of emoji, offering a unique perspective on their impact on contemporary culture. The vibrant artwork, fashion lines, and innovative projects included showcase emoji's pervasive influence. Creative contributions from illustrators and graphic designers showcasing original emojis that they wish existed, like bacon or a vinyl record, provide a delightful end to this compelling narrative. Perfect for emoji enthusiasts, graphic designers, and anyone intrigued by digital communication, this is the ultimate addition to your collection. Order your copy today and enjoy prompt shipping from our Auckland location, with no unexpected import charges or customs duties for a smooth purchasing experience.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 195 x 195 mm
Pages: 192
Bind: hardback
Author: Gavin Lucas Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 15-04-2016

If you have a Twitter account or regularly send text messages, it's highly likely that you've used or received emoji. These characters include symbols and pictograms that represent a host of everyday objects and activities plus, crucially, a selection of faces that denote a range of emotions from happy to sad, angry, confused, surprised or tired. The word 'emoji' literally translates from Japanese as 'picture' (e) and 'character' (moji). The Story of Emoji traces emoji from their origin as a symbol typeface created specifically for a Japanese mobile phone provider in the late 1990s to an international communication phenomenon. As well as a history of emoji and an interview with their creator, Shigetaka Kurita, the book includes an exploration of non-text typefaces, from the decorative fleurons of the early days of the printing press to the innumerable digital typefaces available today, to the use of emoticons, ASCII art, and kaomoji in typed messages. It also looks at an array of artworks, fashion lines, special character sets, advertisements, and projects that convey emoji's widespread impact on contemporary culture.Finally, the book concludes with a section for which a group of illustrators, artists, and graphic designers have created original emoji characters they wish existed, including bacon, a vinyl record, and even a 'stabbed-in-the-back' emoji.

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