Wednesday, Oct 11
Refine
Illustrator, Glyphs, Behance
Seek feedback
FILES & LINKS
Google Drive
Behance Template
WATCH
Gail Bichler
Anthony Bryant
Donna Payne
Yotam Hadar
Abbott Miller
History of the Letterform
CALENDAR
Wed Sept 20 ::
Mon Sept 25 :: Wed Sept. 27
Mon Oct 2 :: Wed Oct 4
Mon Oct 9 :: Wed Oct 11*
Fall Break Monday Oct 16
Wed Oct 18 Due
Next up.... Build out/ Refine/Finalize everything that is due: Glyphs File, otf file, Behance Post, Process Book
Please read ENTIRE PAGE
I will give you feeback on the behance posts if you add the links by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11. I will have feeback to as soon as I can.
Anything sent to me later than 3:30 on Wed Oct 11 will be given feedback after everyone else.
I will send all feedback through DM on Slack so watch Slack for notifications. Please DM me on Slack if you do not hear from me by noon Saturday. This will give you plenty of time to refine and hand in on Wed Oct 18.
Glyphs file.
If you want feedback from me about your typeface put your Glyphs file here. I need your file by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11.
Go through and clean up any letters, fix spacing.
Ask any questions you have about any of your letters or issues in Glyphs.
Attention to detail and consistency in crafting individual glyphs.
Ensured uniformity and coherence throughout the entire typeface.
Attempt to correct spacing.
Behance Post
Put a link to your Behance post ideas here so I can give you feedback! I need your Links by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11.
Tips: for scale use typesizes that are double in size such as 72pt, 150pt, 300pt, 1000pt. You need to work at 100% don’t work at your small size. TEST in Behance here is scale test.
^you should make your own test to see how small you can use your typeface. Video about SIZE watch it!
Referesher: Design and preparing artboards for Behance.
Remember
Established clear hierarchy
Legibility, readability, and appropriate use of type styles.
Typography elements are integrated with the grid.
Appropriate line lengths, and readability.
Design principles such as Gestalt, Scale, Contrast, Tension, and Space.
Used a grid system. Consistency in column widths, gutter spaces, and alignment of elements.
Align elements to the grid lines and how proximity is maintained between related elements.
Behance (make sure you include all the following, you can have more but not less <- this is your responsibility to make sure not mine :)
Font Name
At least 1 image (could have more, but at least 1)
3 Descriptive words (mood/tone)
Pangram (or quote or phrase)
3 - 5 Characteristics (called out. such as small counterforms, round courners)
Modular System (show the parts somehow)
Entire uppercase or lowercase (numbers or punctuation optional)
*make sure you show off your letter(s) large and small. (test for legibility)
Process book as a pdf
Process Book digital format and a pdf. It must be well organized, labeled, name on it!. Make sure you include:
_ Your Name
_ Project Description is what the project is about. You can pull directly from the website https://andreaherstowski.xyz/Modular_Typeface
_ Project Overview is for me (be honest) your thoughts about the project where it was hard, where you struggled, too easy, too fast, too long so that the next time I teach this I can make adjustments.
_ All of the process: notes from class, crits and discussions, sketches to final.
_ Final product.
Project will be graded on... :) tips for success.Process: Throughout each class, demonstrated consistent progress, showing a proactive approach to exploration and taking risks.
Participation and Responsiveness: Actively engaged in discussions and critiques, demonstrating a willingness to receive feedback and incorporating it into the next step
Problem-solving: Effectively addressed challenges encountered during the font creation process, showcasing strong problem-solving skills.
Typeface Craft: Final Typeface exhibits a modular system, showcasing attention to detail and consistency in crafting individual glyphs. Ensured uniformity and coherence throughout the entire typeface, resulting in a visually cohesive style. Attempted to correct spacing.
Project Presentation: Both the Behance post and Process Book displayed clarity, organization, and professionalism. The overall aesthetics and visual communication were well-executed, established a clear hierarchy in their presentation.
Typography Principles: Effectively applied typographic principles, focusing on legibility, appropriate secondary font, the appropriate use of type styles. Typography elements were thoughtfully integrated with the grid, maintaining consistent baseline alignment, appropriate line lengths, and readability.
Design Principles: Incorporated design principles such as Gestalt, Scale, Contrast, Tension, and Space, creating a visually engaging and harmonious design.
Grid Usage: Utilized a grid system consistently throughout the process book and Behance post. Column widths, gutter spaces, and element alignment were maintained coherently, resulting in a well-organized design.
Attention to Detail: Precision in element placement and adherence to the grid structure were evident, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.
Followed Directions: Demonstrated excellent time management by submitting the project on time and adhering to the given instructions.
Seek feedback: Be open to receiving constructive criticism and feedback, using it to refine and elevate your work.
Please read ENTIRE PAGE
I will give you feeback on the behance posts if you add the links by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11. I will have feeback to as soon as I can.
Anything sent to me later than 3:30 on Wed Oct 11 will be given feedback after everyone else.
I will send all feedback through DM on Slack so watch Slack for notifications. Please DM me on Slack if you do not hear from me by noon Saturday. This will give you plenty of time to refine and hand in on Wed Oct 18.
Glyphs file.
If you want feedback from me about your typeface put your Glyphs file here. I need your file by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11.
Go through and clean up any letters, fix spacing.
Ask any questions you have about any of your letters or issues in Glyphs.
Attention to detail and consistency in crafting individual glyphs.
Ensured uniformity and coherence throughout the entire typeface.
Attempt to correct spacing.
Behance Post
Put a link to your Behance post ideas here so I can give you feedback! I need your Links by 3:30 pm on Wed Oct 11.
Tips: for scale use typesizes that are double in size such as 72pt, 150pt, 300pt, 1000pt. You need to work at 100% don’t work at your small size. TEST in Behance here is scale test.
^you should make your own test to see how small you can use your typeface. Video about SIZE watch it!
Referesher: Design and preparing artboards for Behance.
Remember
Established clear hierarchy
Legibility, readability, and appropriate use of type styles.
Typography elements are integrated with the grid.
Appropriate line lengths, and readability.
Design principles such as Gestalt, Scale, Contrast, Tension, and Space.
Used a grid system. Consistency in column widths, gutter spaces, and alignment of elements.
Align elements to the grid lines and how proximity is maintained between related elements.
Behance (make sure you include all the following, you can have more but not less <- this is your responsibility to make sure not mine :)
Font Name
At least 1 image (could have more, but at least 1)
3 Descriptive words (mood/tone)
Pangram (or quote or phrase)
3 - 5 Characteristics (called out. such as small counterforms, round courners)
Modular System (show the parts somehow)
Entire uppercase or lowercase (numbers or punctuation optional)
*make sure you show off your letter(s) large and small. (test for legibility)
Process book as a pdf
Process Book digital format and a pdf. It must be well organized, labeled, name on it!. Make sure you include:
_ Your Name
_ Project Description is what the project is about. You can pull directly from the website https://andreaherstowski.xyz/Modular_Typeface
_ Project Overview is for me (be honest) your thoughts about the project where it was hard, where you struggled, too easy, too fast, too long so that the next time I teach this I can make adjustments.
_ All of the process: notes from class, crits and discussions, sketches to final.
_ Final product.
Project will be graded on... :) tips for success.Process: Throughout each class, demonstrated consistent progress, showing a proactive approach to exploration and taking risks.
Participation and Responsiveness: Actively engaged in discussions and critiques, demonstrating a willingness to receive feedback and incorporating it into the next step
Problem-solving: Effectively addressed challenges encountered during the font creation process, showcasing strong problem-solving skills.
Typeface Craft: Final Typeface exhibits a modular system, showcasing attention to detail and consistency in crafting individual glyphs. Ensured uniformity and coherence throughout the entire typeface, resulting in a visually cohesive style. Attempted to correct spacing.
Project Presentation: Both the Behance post and Process Book displayed clarity, organization, and professionalism. The overall aesthetics and visual communication were well-executed, established a clear hierarchy in their presentation.
Typography Principles: Effectively applied typographic principles, focusing on legibility, appropriate secondary font, the appropriate use of type styles. Typography elements were thoughtfully integrated with the grid, maintaining consistent baseline alignment, appropriate line lengths, and readability.
Design Principles: Incorporated design principles such as Gestalt, Scale, Contrast, Tension, and Space, creating a visually engaging and harmonious design.
Grid Usage: Utilized a grid system consistently throughout the process book and Behance post. Column widths, gutter spaces, and element alignment were maintained coherently, resulting in a well-organized design.
Attention to Detail: Precision in element placement and adherence to the grid structure were evident, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.
Followed Directions: Demonstrated excellent time management by submitting the project on time and adhering to the given instructions.
Seek feedback: Be open to receiving constructive criticism and feedback, using it to refine and elevate your work.
HOMEWORK
Due Next class
Finalize everything that is due. Tips ^
PROJECT DELIVERABLES
working font (hand in Glyphs File)
oft file
process book (digital as a pdf)
behance post (submit link)
PROCESS BOOK
Process Book digital format and a pdf. It must be well organized, labeled, name on it!. Make sure you include:
_ Your Name
_ Project Description
_ Project Overview
_ All of the process: notes from class, crits and discussions, sketches to final.
_ Final product.
Hand-in files. Create a folder with yourfirst_lastname. In the folder put a copy of your Glyphs file and a pdf of your process book. Upload the folder to the class Google Drive. Add your name and link to your behance post to to this file.