Create a Photobook
The dummy
A course by Tommaso Parrillo , Publisher and Founder of Witty Books
About the video: The dummy
Overview
“In this unit we cover the importance of the dummy”
In this video lesson Tommaso Parrillo addresses the topic: The dummy, which is part of the Domestika online course: Create a Photobook. Dive into photobook design! Learn to select images, create sequences and turn your photos into a captivating story..
Partial transcription of the video
“The dummy is the zero copy of the book. For this reason we must get as close as possible to the final solution. Indeed, if you decide to make a dummy, in this phase you will have to analyze all aspects of the design, like the layout, the format, the choice of paper, binding and different printing techniques. In this lesson I will show you some dummies to help you understand what changes compared to that that we did together, comparing them with the final publication. I would like to make a premise. For the Cathedral project it was not necessary to create a dummy. The simple pdf generated by...”
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Course summary for: Create a Photobook
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Design, Graphic Design, Photography
Tommaso Parrillo
A course by Tommaso Parrillo
Tommaso Parrillo is the founder of Witty Books, a renowned publishing house specializing in photobooks and visual arts. From the beginning, Tommaso has collaborated with numerous international artists, both emerging and established, and has actively participated in world-famous festivals.
His introspective and evocative approach to photography has reshaped the way photobooks are perceived and valued in the art world, championing works that not only capture images but also tell stories and evoke emotions.
Throughout his career, Witty Books’ publications have been frequently nominated and awarded at various international events, solidifying his vision of photography as a powerful expressive medium.
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