ALL THINGS TYPOGRAPHIC | JANUARY 2015

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Eight Timeless Typefaces

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Hyphens and Dashes

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The Art of Making a Book (video)

>> NY Train Project

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Eight Timeless Typefaces

Fonts that are in vogue come and go, with popular typestyles constantly being replaced by newer, trendier designs. But even with the hundreds of new typefaces being released each year, there are some that don't seem to age. Here are eight typefaces that, in spite of having been around for many years, don't appear to have an expiration date any time soon. Read on...

Hyphens and Dashes

Hyphens, en and em dashes are among the most misunderstood, and misused, punctuation marks in typography. While their appearance is generally similar, they have distinct designs and serve specific functions. These three marks are not interchangeable, and knowing the difference is key to setting type correctly. Read on...

Letters in Wonderhand

Lettering artist Martina Flor describes her creative process in the design of Wonderhand, her family of scripts consisting of seven widths and three weights. She details her search for a system that would accommodate the quirks and nuances of an actual handwriting, and subsequently imitate the behavior of fluid writing. Check it out...

The Art of Making a Book (video)

Amidst all the focus on digital media, there are still many of us who love books: the look, feel, and even the smell of a book. This beautiful video that has been making the rounds on Facebook (in one version or another) documents the love and care that once went into the making of a book. Note that I have not been able to accurately identify the creator of this video in order to give proper credit. Watch it here...

NY Train Project

New York's subway system can be one of the most exciting or overwhelming experiences for any rider. Adam Chang says, "I have been on the subway thousands of times but only until recently did I take the time to really look at my surroundings. One day I began to notice the intricate details of the carefully placed tiles in the station sign...which led me to noticing other station signs and how they were all different, infused with the personality of the neighborhood." His observations led to the NY Train Project. Check it out...

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