subject: Creating A New Font [print this page] Many young people today are pretty inspired with graphic design. As new technologies appeared, it became much easier to create new fonts and logos, not as at leads decades ago. Furthermore, nowadays new computer fonts might be used in various projects and topics, replacing traditional and classic typefaces. If you would like to take part in the process of font design, here are some pieces of advice.
1.Follow your interests and hobbies. For instance, one of the major graphic designers of modernity, Michael Doret, is fond of American vintage, and writing style is not an exception. He released a font called Metroscript, the mark of which is close to the style of the early 1920s. He likes this style and he actively uses it in work.
2.Antique printing is a good source to get excited. In sober fact, old books might provide more illustrations and data about roots of typing the fundamentals of contemporary trends in typefaces. You might find some old books notation. If possible, scan or photograph the favorite material. Visiting flea markets or book bazaars can one also stumble upon an unusual old font or lettering on any subject. Look at the old buildings, signs, and even gravestones.
3.Keep limits. There are always some boundaries, designer should follow in order to get a success. If typeface is going to be commercial, it is likely to be done in deadline terms. The client can also have own requirements. In addition, it is important to take into account technological limitations. Readability, clarity on screen or on paper, ability to change size are the main issues that characterize quality of the font.
4.Learn the process. Graphic design has not emerged at once; it has a long history, starting from earliest centuries. Writing traditions have experienced various technological advancements, as, for example, typing machine invention. The culture of writing transformed, as new discoveries were made. In this context, it is better to know history of the process before launching some project.
5.Use a variety of tools by adjusting them to fit your needs. These tools, which you can usually use for completely different purposes, can be a source of inspiration in creating fonts. For example, drawing a brush font with a normal brush or having soldered the metal letters with blowtorch.
