TypeParis16: A typeface design program in Paris
TypeParis is an intensive programme in Paris who was launched in 2015 by Typofonderie team, offering a unique approach in Europe to learn type design from scratch following a long tradition of curriculum started in France in the 70’s. Renowned professionals and experienced instructors include Mathieu Réguer, Julien Priez and me. Alice Savoie and Xavier Dupré will conduct specialized and hands-on sessions. The weekly international guest critics for #typeparis16 are Indra Kupferschmid, Martina Flor, Peter Bilak (Typotheque), Alexandra Korolkova (ParaType)… More people to be announced!
The comprehensive programme runs 5 days a week for 5 weeks and totals 160 hours with your instructors. During this time several visits have been arranged to see notable french institutions and discover the immense and fascinating history of type, including the collections at Bibliothèque Nationale, Bibliothèque Mazarine, Paul Jammes bookshop, Musée de l’Imprimerie in Lyon, etc. In 2015, the attendees came from all over the world: Australia, Canada, France, Lebanon, Mexico, Poland, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United States…
To apply, just follow the application process as explained on typeparis.com. The online form will be active very soon. Deadline for application this year is 15 March 2016.
Who?
— You are an experienced graphic designer, typographer, web designer or even design school typography teacher.
— You are a recent design student graduate, passionate and eager to deepen your typography skills and knowledge.
— You want to try an immersive typographic programme in order to gain a better understanding of what it takes to produce professional type designs at a high level of quality.
