Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition

Structure of the course

A course by David Kimura , Editorial Designer and Typographer

Editorial Designer and Typographer. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined March 2017
99% positive reviews (251)
4,753 students
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About the video: Structure of the course

Overview

“In this lesson I will tell you how I will approach the different topics of the course, on a "theoretical" and "practical" level, with direct application to our project. ”

In this video lesson David Kimura addresses the topic: Structure of the course, 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

“This course's goal is to detail all factors essential for creating a well-constructed text. The curriculum is segmented into numerous lessons. each focusing on different aspects of writing and text formation. Some lessons delve deeply into theory. elucidating intricate concepts. Other sessions are entirely centered around developing projects. A recommended exercise involves creating foundational webpages for a literary magazine. However. the ultimate aim is to begin crafting and refining written content. pages like those of a periodical publication. which is often a literary magazine. But t...”

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Course summary for: Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition

  • Level: Beginner
  • 99% positive reviews (251)
  • 4753 students
  • 4 units
  • 18 lessons (2h 19m)
  • 4 downloads
  • Category

    Calligraphy & Typography
  • Software

    Adobe InDesign
  • Areas

    Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Typography

David Kimura

David Kimura
A course by David Kimura

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Editorial Designer and Typographer

David Kimura holds a degree in graphic design from the Universidad Iberoamericana and a master's in visual communication from the FHNW Academy of Art and Design.

He is the founding partner of two studios: Kimera and Bésame Mucho. Since 2005, he has been working with Gabriela Varela, specializing in typography and book design for publishers in Mexico and Europe. His work has received multiple national and international awards and has been published in different countries.

He also shares his knowledge by speaking at conferences, classes, and workshops at various institutions across Mexico and abroad.


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Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition. Calligraphy, and Typography course by David Kimura

Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition

A course by David Kimura
Editorial Designer and Typographer. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined March 2017
  • 99% positive reviews (251)
  • 4,753 students