REVIEW: Never Use Futura
NEVER USE FUTURA by Douglas Thomas
Typography
REVIEW: Explorations in Typography 2nd Edition
EXPLORATIONS IN TYPOGRAPHY (2nd Edition)
by Carolina de Bartolo
There are so many introductory books on typography and type design, and particular titles are often recommended to students. It’s not to say that the usual classics aren’t worthwhile (they are), but this is a good one that deserves notice.
REVIEW: The Golden Secrets of Lettering
Busy times balance out with more relaxed times. It's been a fruitful year and I couldn't be more grateful to work on personally fulfilling projects with treasured creative partnerships, as shared on Instagram. It's also a time of great reading, learning, inspiration and creative explorations: online classes with Skillshare, web presentations from TypeEd, Typographics NYC & Type @ Cooper, DesignThinkers came to Vancouver, TypeBrigade meetups continue to raise the bar, and more outstanding design titles enter my Goodreads queue.
Review: New Perspectives in Typography
“New Perspectives in Typography” is a beautifully diverse and refreshingly current collection of the best typography-focused design from international design firms, foundries, publications and everything in between. The title pretty much captures the contents of the book compiled by A2/SW/HK’s Scott Williams and Henrik Kubel.
Review: Jessica Hische & David Downton
Books play a big role in my life, especially ones that inspire, induce jealousy or teach. Some designers refuse to look at ANY design books at all (fear of unintentionally ripping off work?—agreed, plagiarism is nobody's friend). My purpose is to be aware of certain trends, to give myself that badly needed kick in the pants when I see brilliant work, and simply because I never want to stop learning and doing new things. I thrive pushing myself beyond my comfort zone. So it's no surprise in grade school, when my teacher wrote in my report card: NANCY GETS BORED EASY. What the heck?
Review: Ladies of Letterpress & Graphique De La Rue
This summer has been far from boring with an inspiring Japan adventure (well-documented on my Instagram feed), a bunch of new projects completed and others still in production or under wraps. In the meantime, there's always some great reading to be had and here are two excellent design books worth sharing!
