History of graphic web by Hersey, Elianna

Prehistoric Era

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Cave Art, the earliest human art, features animals, human figures, and a combination of man and beast, symbolizing shared humankind and communication..

Ancient Civilizations

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Cuneiform, a writing system developed by ancient Sumerians, is considered the most significant cultural contribution of the Sumerians, particularly from Uruk. It advanced writing around 3200 BCE and enabled the creation of literature.

Ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphs for 4,000 years, writing on papyrus, carving stone, and decorating religious and everyday items. There are over 700 clear hieroglyphs symbols syllables or sounds.

Classical Antiquity

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Classical Art, originating from Greece and Rome, is the foundation of Western civilization, focusing on beauty, harmony, and pieces through changes in painting, sculptures, and architecture.

Middle Ages

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Illuminated manuscripts, handwritten books with precious metals, were produced during this time primarily from horrors. They declined with mass production and increased able to read and write with demand.

Renaissance

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Johannes Gutenberg's 1440 invention of the movable-type printing press and hand cast significantly reduced the cost of printing books and documents in Europe.

18th Century

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The Industrial Revolution, which began in the 18th century, marked a significant shift in society through the development of the transcontinental railroad, cotton gin, and electricity.

19th Century

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Lithography, discovered in the 1800s in Germany, became financially popular in 1820 due to its ease and creativity, enabling rapid and inexpensive production of local views and notable people.

Early 20th Century

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William Addison Dwiggins invented the term "graphic design" in 1922, describing his book design approach to organizing and managing visuals in his works.

Art Nouveau and Bauhaus movements emphasized artistic skill and mass production, respectively, while Art Déco combines these styles in home interiors, incorporating art into elements and spaces.

Mid 20th Century

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Cara Greenberg created the term "mid-century modern" in the 1950s, referring to the architectural, interior, industrial, and graphic design style from the 1950s to the mid-1970s.

Pop Art, a mid-1960s artistic movement, challenged traditional art standards and take up popular culture, showcasing bold imagery, vibrant colors, and everyday objects.

Late 20th Century

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The Digital Revolution, also known as the Third Industrial Revolution, marked a significant shift from match to digital technology, impacting society, industry, and daily life.

21st Century

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The Digital Revolution, also known as the Third Industrial Revolution, strikes a significant shift from models to digital technology, significantly affecting society, industry, and daily life.

Engineering has evolved from art to applied science through regular systems, giving, and computers. Artificial intelligence, specifically generative design, is set to basically change engineering processes and human lives.