Lauren DiCioccio’s Typographic, Type-Free Art
I love this work.
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An Evolutionary Leap in Indian Keyboards (?)
This topic might not be of interest to everyone, so feel free to tune out in just a moment if the next sentence doesn’t sound cool. Brahmi Computing has announced their new concept in Indian keyboard layout and functionality!
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Hot Typography Trends
The newest type craze:
The hot new trend in typography is not embedding – no, it’s not @font-face or even Typekit. It is printed neither offset nor digitally. Best of all, it is possibly the greenest form of design! Forget about the silly, over-hyped Eco Font, this typography needs no paper or toner whatsoever; it doesn’t even use fonts. It only requires a pen (or some paint) and a volunteer! This hot typographic trend simply uses the human body as the canvas. Not exactly a new concept, but some recent developments are still worth sharing (i.e. not innovative, but nice to look at).
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Sweet French Type & Lettering
Jules Vernacular is an awesome site documenting French vernacular type and lettering. As of now there are 38 pages of photos of store windows, signs, inscriptions, and some of the coolest lettering you will find anywhere.
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Aleksandra Mir Drawings @ Saatchi
Check out saatchi-gallery.co.uk for some wonderful drawings by Aleksandra Mir. This virtual gallery has many pieces from the collection in relatively large sizes and some good commentary from the artist and gallery. These type-intensive drawings have a historical/newsroom influence that is especially poignant in today’s environment. Here are a couple images to whet your appetite:
Pangrams are fun
Being into type, either professionally or casually, pangrams are a nice way to quickly sample all letters of the alphabet.
Craig Eliason has set up an entertaining and fun blog for new pangrams.
This week’s is all type-themed and he has started off with a great one! Make sure to keep checking his site for the rest.
Fleming Fictions Find Fresh Facades
Ian Fleming (d. 1964) acclaimed creator and author of James bond would be celebrating his 100th birthday this year. In commemoration of this anniversary, Penguin UK is re-issuing his series of 14 books with newly designed hard covers created by Michael Gillette.
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