Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition
Resources to eliminate problems
A course by David Kimura , Editorial Designer and Typographer
About the video: Resources to eliminate problems
Overview
“Sometimes, to solve a training problem we apply solutions that end up generating other serious problems, such as too tight or open paragraphs. In this lesson I will explain which strategies I normally apply, combining a solid programming of justified values with modifications in the prose and small adjustments of kerning .”
In this video lesson David Kimura addresses the topic: Resources to eliminate problems, 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
“In this lesson. i will discuss the common pitfalls that many solution designers encounter when addressing training issues and how these quick fixes often lead to more significant problems down the line. I will share my effective strategies and tactics for overcoming such challenges. Let's begin. Here we have a few paragraphs that serve as raw material to demonstrate the resources at our disposal those we must address to solve layout issues. First. i'm going to examine it thoroughly. This analysis will help us understand the tools and techniques available to tackle these challenges effective...”
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Course summary for: Microtypography: Basics of Typographical Composition
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Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Typography
David Kimura
A course by David Kimura
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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