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Typography over Images.

I have always had a love for words but my growing interest in typography and designing the way that copy is displayed, has led me to question whether copy, when designed well, can do a better job in communicating than photographs and illustration. There is and will always be a need for visuals, but words are so beautiful that they are often enough on their own.

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Goliath Branding

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Although it’s mostly common sense, it does help to have it reiterated every now and again. Sometimes when stress is at its highest as deadlines loom overhead, this is definitely the oasis in the desert.

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Creative Review: What Design Can Do unveiled in Beijing

I’ve had this article open in my browser tab for quite some time, and thought it might be worth sharing with those who may not have seen it.

Design Studio Johnson Banks showcase the conglomeration of British and Chinese design in Beijing in this beautiful series of supersize posters.

A snippet from the article:

“The studio worked with animators Realise to create the imagery for the posters, rendered using 3D software. “A series of slogans headlining international design ideas and theories were developed by the UK and Chinese project teams, designed to echo the passion for sloganeering which has formed a distinctive role in Chinese culture and society,” explain johnson banks.”

Since I pay for subscription I’m not sure if you have to subscribe to be able to view the full article, but it’s definitely worth reading firsthand.

Beautiful animated piece for Audi’s Q3 from Why Not Associates.

Typography blog royalty, Seb Lester, has stunned me with his beautiful interpretation of the word Peace. His hand-crafted Typography practice usually impresses me but this piece is just stunning.

Visit his blog to view the sketch process pictures that he has shared with the world.

http://ilovetypography.com/2011/08/30/peace-new-poster-prints-seb-lester/#more-10877

The most creative way of playing Word Association ever. A video full or warmth, wit and fun. I’m now a fan of Everynone, thanks to #HelloYouCreatives for the introduction this morning. You should have a look at the videos on their site:

http://www.everynone.com/

The Playtype Store - Copenhagen →

Playtype, a website that sell typefaces, opened up a Concept Store in December which will stay open for a year. Its decor is as you imagine - type!

A huge A sits in the window, inviting you in to browse the rest of the family. Wooden blocks, a stack of mugs, and huge plaques are few of the interior beauties adorned by type. I MUST get there. This is a potential holiday destination for summer…

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My guilty pleasure? Bad language. The F Word, and I don’t mean the f**king show. My Uni Lecturer, also a Seasoned Swearer will probably have plenty designed pieces that he could contribute, I’m sure of it.

There isn’t a great deal of merchandise but I like the concept; it’s quirky, playful and interesting without offending. I love it, and I want a t-shirt.