THE MAKING OF A TYPEFACE

Here is an article I found on I LOVE TYPOGRAPHY which shows a little insight in the creation of a contemporary typeface.  I found the most interesting part in which he talks about the necessity for a corporate typeface to not only be usable by designers in a corporate identity but also the typeface needs to be easily used by non-designer employees.  5 years is a long time to spend on refining of a typeface and the commitment obviously pays off.

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30 CONVERSATIONS

30 CONVERSATIONS ON DESIGN

We asked 30 of the world’s most creative professionals two questions: “What single example of design inspires you most?” and “What problem should design solve next?”

COLOR PRACTICE

The Full Spectrum for Dwell | Josef Albers from gary nadeau on Vimeo.






The Full Spectrum for Dwell | James Jurney | Seize sur Vingt from gary nadeau on Vimeo.



The Full Spectrum for Dwell | Herman Miller | Susan Lyons from gary nadeau on Vimeo.




While we are looking at color and color theory I think it is important for us to not only understand its relationship with the world of graphic design but also how it interacts with other aspects of art and design.  I hope watching these short videos by Gary Nadeau not only tingle your color palette but they are also beautifully crafted works of cinematography. Enjoy.

LIMEADES FOR LEARNING

 

Sonic has a nice little design on its cups...