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Re: This is what Monotype is doing instead of anything helpful
Yes, visiting the designer or foundry is always the best place to start. If their fonts are not available directly, they will usually link to the provider that benefits them most. If you're seeking r…5 -
Re: Digital strategy for "luxury" fonts
Naw, their prices have always been 2–10x higher than the rest of the market. I think @"Jasper de Waard" has it right, at least in TEFF’s case. They prefer their fonts be used by a specific…2 -
Re: Hoefler&Co sold to Monotype
Pablo, I’m not seeing a strong connection between your Caslon and Quarto. There were plenty of large size oldstyles around by the time it was released, including others inspired by Van den Keere. BTW…1 -
Re: Just how am I supposed to browse for new fonts?
Jan, TypeDrawers discussions have touched on this topic many times over the years, but I commend you on starting a thread that succinctly identifies the problem (and opportunity). An independent font…8 -
Re: Is the font design business profitable for you guys?
I think Kris very astutely described the value of “type nerds” in his May 29 post. The people he describes are not necessarily peers (type designers), or even direct customers, but as designers and i…3
