All Things Typographic 2/12

ALL THINGS TYPOGRAPHIC | FEBRUARY 2012

>> TypeTalk: The Anatomy of a Character

>> Kerning: Principles and Practice

>> Calligraphy: A Demonstration

>> The Best Book Cover Designs of 2011

>> TypeCast Webinar Series

>> Bring Gourmet Typography to you!

TypeTalk: The Anatomy of a Character

Knowing the terminology for the anatomy of a character might seem like a painful exercise in memorization, but it's actually useful knowledge for any design professional. Not only does it make it easier to communicate about typefaces and their characteristics, but it also serves to educate your eye to recognize the underlying structure of typeface designs, as well as the differences between them. Read on for article and downloadable PDF...

Kerning: Principles and Practice

The art of kerning is one of the most misunderstood and improperly executed of typographic skills. It is also one of the most difficult to teach and explain, especially in today's digital world where it must be done looking at pixels, and not analog line art. These three articles will explain, demystify, and demonstrate the art of kerning:

Kerning principles... Kerning in action... Three-letter approach to kerning...

Calligraphy: A demonstration

A stunning series of four videos created by Luca Barcellona and Francesca Biasetton to promote calligraphy and demonstrate different tools and writing styles for teaching. Don't miss these beautiful, hypnotic videos, even if you've never picked up a pen or a brush.

Part 1... Part 2... Part 3... Part 4...

The Best Book Cover Designs of 2011

Book cover design can be a stellar platform for typographic creativity and expression. Hensher Creative has complied an inspiring list of their favorites, which combine powerful yet understated typography and lettering combined (and often intertwined) with exciting imagery. Check it out...

The Book Cover Archive is another great resource. Take a look...

TypeCast.logo.v TYPECAST WEBINAR SERIES

TypeCast Webinars is a brand, new series of affordable type and design webinars for professionals. All sessions are given by top-notch, award-winning presenters, and are available both live and OnDemand. The current offerings include:

LIVE

Web Fonts Explained by Ilene Strizver on February 23

Drawn, quartered and executed: Custom letterforms by Gerard Huerta on March 8

What "type" is your logo by Jeff Fisher on March 22

Creating concept-driven, one-of-a-kind type solutions by Mc&C on April 26

Tabs, Indents, Bullets and Lists in Adobe InDesign by Scott Citron on April 19

OnDemand

Troubling Typesetting Mysteries: Solved at last! (FREE)

The 10 Worst Type Crimes

OpenType Demystified

Type on the Web

Stay tuned for a complete online course in Gourmet Typography available to students, educators, and typography enthusiasts alike. Assignments and critiques optional. Group and academic discounts available.

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TDC (Type Directors Club)
RGD Ontario
HOW Design Conference
UCDA Conference
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