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1400
logos
logos were a means to show off printing skills -
1439
invention of the Gutenberg press
Johannes Gutenberg introduces the press to the public, it created Commercial uses of design -
graphic design
the term graphic design is heard for the first time. William Addison dwiggins used the term to describe the part he had in creating his book designs -
digital era
photo manipulation, illustrations, and photography began which are things we enjoy today -
digital age
in 1984 apple created the macintosh computer which allowed the use of Photoshop -
minimalism
in 2010 graphic design became very minimalist, the use of neutral colors and clean design was used heavily. -
current
currently the design trend is very retro. abstract shapes and designs are used in ads and packaging.