In today's interim critique I shared my preliminary research and initial sketches demonstrating my ideas regarding the development of my bespoke "faint" typeface. The feedback I received has undoubtedly affected the way in which I will progress with the production of my typeface.
Firstly, it was unanimously agreed upon that a sans-serif typeface choice would indeed be the most appropriate design decision in terms of a typographic style that would relevantly and successfully reinforce the idea of being "faint" via the restricted, un-decorative and stripped-back character qualities.
I was then provided with feedback on the fine, light weight-of-line decision I was considering for the typeface, being that during the act of fainting a person is overwhelmed by darkness and feels heavy, despite being light headed. As I have never fainted myself, this was new information to me that I will use to produce a more informed set of letterforms. The group suggested I use a medium weight of line for a "happy medium" that best visually represented all the feelings experienced when fainting.
All persons in the group also said that the idea of a gradual fade out was a really interesting concept that would work successfully in creating a bespoke, unique typeface aesthetic that would communicate the adjective well through a distinct visual that would challenge interpretation.
Manifesto - p.m.
Taking into consideration the feedback I received this morning, and after exploring type specimens and their manifestos, this afternoon we were required to write our own manifesto for our bespoke typeface. By doing this, I will provide myself with a mission statement that will be able to direct and inform my practice in developing my letterform aesthetic throughout the design process.
My manifesto is featured below:
"A sans-serif display typeface for use in contemporary, stylised design. The typeface provides a unique, unparalleled aesthetic - suitable for settings in which space is limited. The bespoke, unorthodox characteristics of this font mean that whilst legibility is not it’s primary concern, the letterforms distinct visual make for a notable presence within a range of points of delivery."
No comments:
Post a Comment