The Brief
Type is one of the graphic elements that designers always get addicted to play with. It is commonly used on almost every item in our daily life. This project is not only a experimental and inspirational typefaces, it also show you the diversity and innovative approaches of contemporary typography.
Examples will show new directions and trend of nowadays typography.
The Challenge
Lettering is a key visual element of great design. The right type can transform any project from mundane to extraordinary, and how to choose and treat font and lettering is a common challenge among designers and artists from every discipline.
The greatest challenge is to break the traditional view, actively exploring new ways of thinking.
Research
Who I need to know:
Victor Vasarely : http://cargocollective.com/vasarely
http://www.vasarely.com
Bridget Riley: http://nadav.harel.org.il/Bridget_Riley
Kinetic Art: http://www.huntfor.com/arthistory/C20th/kineticart.htm
Stefan Sagmeister: http://www.sagmeister.com/index.html
The Skill:
Geometric Patterns in art
http://sites.google.com/site/geometricarts/
http://www.cleavebooks.co.uk/trol/trolna.pdf
The Idea:
- To create geometric patterns.
- Select different fonts with varied style.
- Combining geometric patterns and typography, create new visual effects.
- Final Product ( 4-5 A2 Size Prints)
- Design the packaging for final product.
