Creating your own typography
References and designers of interest
A course by Wete , Graphic Designer and Typography Artist
About the video: References and designers of interest
Overview
“I speak of some designers who inspire my work, as well as teaching online books and references that will be of great help when drawing typography.”
In this video lesson Wete addresses the topic: References and designers of interest, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating your own typography. Learn to design your own typeface and create graphic artwork with personality.
Partial transcription of the video
“WETE References and designers of interest In this lesson we will talk about some references and authors that have been of great help when it comes to developing myself as a type designer. The first book we will talk about is "The Elements of Typographic Style", a book that does not talk especially about type design, but of typography in general, something that every designer should have in their library. As I was saying, "The Elements of Typographic Style" not only talks about the lyrics in general, but also about concepts about rhythm, proportions, harmony, spacing and other very important...”
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Course summary for: Creating your own typography
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Calligraphy & Typography -
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Adobe Illustrator, Glyphs -
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Design, Graphic Design, Typography, Typography Design
Wete
A course by Wete
Juanra, better known as Wete, is a graphic designer specialized in typography. After working for various studios in Barcelona, he decided to carve out his own path and focus on what he loved most: typography. With that goal in mind, he founded his own studio, and alongside several friends, he created Ultra Types, a small online type foundry that specializes in display typefaces with a unique approach that sets it apart from larger type foundries.
He has worked on projects for top brands like Adobe, HP, Reebok, Desigual, W Hotels, and Mobile World Congress, among others. His work has also been featured in The Complete Guide to Designing Handmade Type by Charlotte Rivers, Page Unlimited (Sandu 360 Japan), Typodarium, Étapes, Computer Arts, and many more.
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