This is a place to discuss topics about visual or graphic design. Requests for
photoshopping or free work go on /wsr/ - Worksafe Requests or /r/ - Adult
Requests as appropriate.
http://graphicdesign.wikia.com/
>What literature should I read to get into graphic design?
The sidebar on the /gd/ wiki has plenty of book reccomendations.
>What programs do I need to get started?
Vector
Adobe Illustrator
Corel Draw
Inkskape
Bitmap
Adobe Photoshop
Gimp
3d
Blender
Cinema4d
>Which program is the best for X?
It's usually subjective if you pick a program in each of the right categories
above. Use vector programs if your making a logo/icon/illustraton, use bitmap
programs if you're messing with a photo or stock image. Gimp, Inkskape, and
Blender are free alternatives and have the same function as the paid programs
but the paid programs tend to be used more in a professional environment.
>What font is used in this image?
Try these sites before posting a tread asking for fonts:
http://whatthefont.com/ http://www.identifont.com/identify.html