A Simple System of Semiotic Drawing is an introductory guide to semiotics for artists. It uses drawing as a means to illustrate a theoretically structured approach to the practice of art.

 

The theme of this book is presented in a clear and methodical manner. It introduces the traditional materials and techniques of drawing in a logical sequence of instructions. It then demonstrates how these practices can be seen to form a semiotic structure and how drawing can be seen as an act of sign-creation.

 

This manual deals with both the practice and theory of drawing and is aimed to appeal to readers with a varied degree of experience within art. It has a clear structure that can be followed by inquisitive beginners and it has an art theoretical background that will intrigue more experienced practitioners. Its overall aim is to stimulate critical thought about the activity and to provide a means to reflect upon the act of drawing and to consider it as a semiotic activity.

 

The essay is an original piece of work and is supported throughout by diagrams and illustrations that are drawn by the author. The result is an elegantly designed book that is thread-bound within a hardback cover.

 

 

 

Title: A Simple System of Semiotic Drawing

Author: Lee Saunders

ISBN: 0957183100

Size: 234 x 156mm

Text: 48 pages        

Illustrations: 22 pen and ink drawings

Cover: printed paper case