The Virtual FrontierRight now, virtual, mixed, and augmented reality is the wild west of typography. As these environments grow and develop, so do the demands…Aug 29, 2017Aug 29, 2017
Crystal clear: reading while on the runNew research group dedicated to design and legibility in our “quick glance” worldFeb 7, 2017Feb 7, 2017
Part 2: from TrueType GX to Variable FontsTom Rickner shares his research into potential use cases for Variable fonts and introduces Monotype’s first Variable fontDec 8, 20163Dec 8, 20163
Font Marathon: a week-long exercise in type design enduranceA group of designers create two brand new typefaces from concept to finished fonts in just five days.Dec 2, 2016Dec 2, 2016
Published inMonotypeMore than 800 languages in a single typefaceCreating Noto for GoogleDec 1, 2016Dec 1, 2016
Published inMonotypePosters of protest: an interview with Felix PfäffliThe Swiss designer talks about natural aversion to authority and how his work aims to break the boredom of everyday designDec 1, 2016Dec 1, 2016
Published inMonotypeFrom TrueType GX to Variable FontsTom Rickner, veteran type designer, shares his personal role in the beginnings of type’s most exciting development in decades.Nov 30, 2016Nov 30, 2016
From Griffo to GridnikThe Foundry’s Freda Sack speaks about the challenges of digitizing iconic Wim Crouwel typefaces, the importance of hand lettering, and why design should be used as a ‘distinctive perfume’.Jan 30, 2014Jan 30, 2014
