Thursday, January 13, 2011

Digital Font Journal_Ideas

Guys,

Here are some photos to help you understand what to look for in order to create you Digital Font Journal. This is a type investigation exercise, so look for interesting compositions where type is the subject matter.

Typefaces are the subject matter of these photos. Not people, not objects, not animals, but typefaces. Words and messages can be cropped. Think of texture, color, light, contrast and the overall look of each photo.

Your Journal is digital and must be created in InDesign. You can create a letter size document (or customize the page size if you wish) and add one photo per page. In the end of the semester, you must have a PDF file with at least 34 entries.

Here are a few examples:










































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Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Welcome class!

Hey guys,
I'd like to leave some inspiration for you as my first day of class gift: