The monograph discusses the basics of the theory, methodology and practice of graphic images in relation to the problems of fundamental education of students specializing in art and printed graphics. The publication examines the main problems of artistic creativity, reveals ways to use black and white images in graphic composition, found in artistic creativity. Much attention is paid to artistic creativity, the possibilities of using pictorial and expressive means of artistic and printed graphics are revealed. A number of fundamentally important provisions are set forth related to improving the professional and special training of artists-educators and artists-designers.