Roots: Ways of Making

By Vincent Liu Roots explores the visual beauty and complexities of the Chinese language through a variety of typographic and form driven projects. Liu's book serve as a rich resource for students, designers, and educators interested in delving deeper into the intersection of graphic design, typography, and Chinese culture. Within its pages lie detailed documentation of the creative processes behind a number of design projects. The aim is to provide a visual roadmap for developing innovative approaches to Chinese American design. Whether seeking inspiration or practical insights, readers are invited to savor this book and thesis as a visual delight and cultivate their own creative journey. Designed and published by Vincent Liu, 2024 A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in the Graphic Design program at Boston University Softcover, 450 pages, full color, 4.75 × 7.75 inches