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Re: What are 'true italics'?
And we haven’t even discussed capitals yet. Of course, “true” italic capitals are exactly the same as the roman, which is how Aldo Manutio and Carl Dair did it! https://www.fontspring.com/fonts/shinn…3 -
Re: Academic Research on Type Design Methodology
I would add that I rarely work from scratch, but usually modify one of my existing designs. This is feasible as I have made many designs over many years, in many different genres, so there is a good …1 -
Re: Academic Research on Type Design Methodology
London in the Swinging Sixties. Photo by Iain MacMillan. Note the psychedelic Double Diamond (double) billboard lettering!2 -
Re: Academic Research on Type Design Methodology
Most of the briefs I’ve had start with a placeholder typeface (in prototype layouts) that the client wants something better than. For their financial director, not having to pay an enterprise licence…2 -
Re: The kerning on the pope’s tomb
As it is, it’s a symbol of humility—that Jorge didn’t care for personal kudos and fancy trappings. He chose his papal name after a saint who lived in poverty, and his home was the guest house, not th…1
