August 11th, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Infographic: Why Should You Care About Typography?
Created by Noodlor (which sounds like pasta-loving superhero), this gem has been making the rounds this week. View the whole darn thing. More shots below. (via Co.Design)
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August 4th, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Video: Off Book – Typography
In episode 2 of PBS’ Off Book, typeface designers Jonathan Hoefler and Tobias Frere-Jones outline the importance of selecting the right font to convey a particular feeling. Graphic designer Paula Scher talks about building identity in messaging, while Eddie Opara uses texture to create reaction. Infographic designers Julia Vakser and Deroy Peraza map complicated data sets into digestible imagery, mixing color, graphics and type.
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July 28th, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Video: Flights of Genius by Stephen Powers
It’s really more about signmaking as an art form but the typography in this video stopped me in my tracks. “Ogilvy & Mather New York and Joshua Liner Gallery unveil a series of commissioned murals by celebrated artist Stephen Powers that reinterpret the words and quotes of agency founder David Ogilvy. Power’s bold graphic style, reminiscent of vintage advertising illustrations puts a unique emphasis on famous Ogilvy sayings and transforms them into actionable words designed to inspire the viewer. Painted in bright colors on the North stairwell of the agency’s headquarters office, the murals run from the first to the 11th floor of the office building.”
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July 21st, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
App: FontBook on iPad
It’s finally here!! As of today, you can get your hands (and fingers) on the shiny new version of FontBook on your iPad! Can you tell I’m excited? “If typography were a religion, this would be the Bible. FontBook™ is the world’s most comprehensive typographic reference tool, containing 110 typefoundries and featuring over 620,000 typeface specimens. Use the FontBook app to look up and view fonts by name, style category, typographical subclassification, designer name, foundry name, year of publication, or by similarity of design. Compile your own list of favorite fonts, and use the compare tool to test-drive fonts. Specially designed for fast, easy navigation and also works as a fun playground for finding inspiration.” Buy it now! More shots below.
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July 14th, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Inspiration: Rubber Band Typography
I am in love with this elastic alphabet created for a photography school project by Jenny Kyvik Hutchens. More photos below.
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July 1st, 2011 | photography
My typography-signage-photography-quote-mashup project for this year’s 30 Days of Creativity is complete. I’m already starting to think about what I’ll do next year.
June 30th, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Book: If Rocks Could Sing – A Discovered Alphabet
I’ve been trying to find letter-shaped rocks for years now on visits to the North Shore of Lake Superior. Leslie McGuirk had a 10 year head start on me and has the entire entire alphabet and then some (numbers and animal shapes). Her amazing collection is enhanced through fun photography in this unique book. “A is for Addition, and there are rocks in the shape of real numbers, too. B is for Bird, and there is a bird rock on a nest with an egg. G is for Ghosts, and there is a host of rocks that look like ghosts! Children and adults alike will pore over these fascinating rocks, and will be inspired collect their own.” More pages below. (Thanks to Michelle Shinners)
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June 23rd, 2011 | typography
Another round of typographic goodness from around the web.
Poster: TYPO
I love this poster design by Francesco Basile. Also a nod to Father’s Day this past weekend. (via Fazreen) Continue reading →
June 17th, 2011 | events
I had fun making this. Join me tomorrow in downtown St. Paul.
UnSummit5 happens on June 18, 20011 at CoCo in St. Paul, MN. Get your free tickets at http://unsummit.org
June 16th, 2011 | typography
Until then, please enjoy this…
Hi there. I'm Mykl Roventine. I design things like web sites, WordPress blogs and social media strategies. This is my personal blog (not affiliated with any employer or client) where I write about design, the social web, typography and coffee. More →
