Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition

Overview

“Here I will share a small selection of books that I consider important references on various topics related to typography and editorial design: typographic selection, microtype, page proportions, diagramming systems, orthotypography, etc. I will also show you some examples of microtypegraphic horrors. ”

In this video lesson David Kimura addresses the topic: Influences: Good and bad, which is part of the Domestika online course: Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition. Learn the basic principles of editorial design.

Partial transcription of the video

“Now. i want to discuss some references I frequently use. These are essential in my work and provide great These references have been invaluable in my typographer training. serving as sources of original knowledge and as reliable tools I continue to utilize in my work. The first reference is Robert Brynhorst's book. the Elements of Typographic Style. In a single phrase. it captures essential typographic wisdom. If I were banished to a desert island and could bring just one typography book. i'd pick this one without a second thought. When I first read it. i was struck not only by the accuracy...”

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Course summary for: Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition

• Level: Beginner
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• 4637 students
• 4 units
• 18 lessons (2h 19m)
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• Category

  Calligraphy & Typography

• Software

  Adobe InDesign

• Areas

  Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Typography