After learning about the different styles and typefaces used in fonts and by typographers; we were challenged to create our own.
These primary outcomes reflect the difference and versatility type can create- and how each has a different place within the field of design.
To coordinate the letters to form a broad range of letter choices, we were each assigned three letters, and were asked to design each just using 6 post it notes. Everyone had a different interpretation of this as people have a variety of skill sets or preferred means of showing creativity.
Examples include, 3d models, origami, sketches, pen drawings, caligraphy, own typefaces, copied fonts, free hand, with guides, using all post-its, or using all 6 to produce the 3 letters still.
I chose to freehand draw, 6 different styles with pencil and a felt-tip pen. I wanted each to stand apart from the previous, and show the broad range at which lettering can be produced in.
My letters were G H I
G- inspired by the block writing everyone used in high school level graphic design. A square is draw and then the out lining shape is blacked out, leaving the letter centred.
H-in a more regal, handwritten style. Using the difference of width for horizontal lines and vertical.
I- used like a 3d stick
G- inspired by the italic capitals on the 'lucozade' logo. It appears to be moving by being italic so could be linked to the word 'go" in onomatopoeic terms.
H- appears similar to the hotel.com logo. Using an over emphasised 'bubble' effect
I- Using the literal 'eye' to incorporate the letter 'I'.
Here is the full alphabet, comprising of the whole classes letters combined.
"The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog"
