"Will Bradley, His Chap Book" by Will Bradley is an autobiographical journey through the life of a key figure in American graphic arts during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book chronicles Bradley's life from his humble beginnings as a young printer in Michigan, fueled by a passion for printing and design, to his rise as a well-known designer and publisher. He narrates his early trials, significant artistic interactions during his time in Chicago, and his establishment of the Wayside Press in Springfield, Massachusetts. The story emphasizes the evolution of printing techniques, the importance of art and design, and his impact on American printing culture, painting a picture of his personal growth and the broader artistic changes of his era.
Will Bradley, His Chap Book An account, in the words of the dean of American typographers, of his graphic arts adventures ...
By Will Bradley
From a boy working with printing presses to an influential designer, discover how one man left his mark on the world of American graphic arts.
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About the AuthorWilliam Henry Bradley was an American Art Nouveau illustrator, artist and film director. Nicknamed the "Dean of American Designers" by The Saturday Evening Post, he was the highest-paid American artist of the early 20th century.
William Henry Bradley was an American Art Nouveau illustrator, artist and film director. Nicknamed the "Dean of American Designers" by The Saturday Evening Post, he was the highest-paid American artist of the early 20th century.
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