Narendra Nath Sarkar is a veteran graphic designer and academic with over two decades of industry experience. He formerly served as an Associate Professor at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in New Delhi. His background as a practitioner for both public and private sector organizations lends the book a practical edge, focusing on real-world problem-solving.
Die-cutting, embossing, foil stamping, and UV varnishing to add tactile and visual appeal. Why This Book is a Top Resource
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: Detailed insights into paper types, finishing techniques, and costing/estimating.
: Printing methods, digital prepress, and desktop publishing (DTP).
Deep dives into offset, letterpress, gravure, flexography, and digital printing.
While digital design tools change rapidly, the physical physics of print production remain constant. Sarkar’s book remains a top resource because it teaches designers .
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Used primarily for packaging and labels, utilizing flexible relief plates and fast-drying inks.
The book transitions from the theoretical foundations of "art" to the complex mechanical requirements of modern printing. Design Fundamentals