"Type Crimes: Decoding Typography"
"Type Crimes" is a visually engaging and informative journey into the world of typography, designed as a part of a typography class assignment. The book meticulously unpacks common typographical pitfalls, educating the reader while showcasing the power of well-executed design.
Design Philosophy:
The book employs a thematic approach to typography, treating each common error as a 'crime' against good design. With a clever use of graphics and type, the book aims to guide the reader away from these mistakes, promoting typographic literacy.
The book employs a thematic approach to typography, treating each common error as a 'crime' against good design. With a clever use of graphics and type, the book aims to guide the reader away from these mistakes, promoting typographic literacy.
Creative Execution:
Each spread of the book addresses a different 'type crime' with a visually distinct approach. Graphics are tailored to the individual 'crimes' and are paired with concise, educational content. The book's layout utilizes contrast, space, and hierarchy to make the content accessible and engaging.
Each spread of the book addresses a different 'type crime' with a visually distinct approach. Graphics are tailored to the individual 'crimes' and are paired with concise, educational content. The book's layout utilizes contrast, space, and hierarchy to make the content accessible and engaging.
Cover Design:
The cover sets the tone for the book, using a metaphorical 'caution tape' to alert the reader to the content within. The design is purposeful, with a focus on a bold typographic play that mirrors the book's subject matter.
The cover sets the tone for the book, using a metaphorical 'caution tape' to alert the reader to the content within. The design is purposeful, with a focus on a bold typographic play that mirrors the book's subject matter.
Internal Spreads:
The internal pages are designed with the same attention to detail as the cover. Iconic images such as a typewriter and Lady Justice are reimagined to represent the 'type crimes' discussed. Each spread balances illustration with educational text, achieving a harmonious blend of form and function.
The internal pages are designed with the same attention to detail as the cover. Iconic images such as a typewriter and Lady Justice are reimagined to represent the 'type crimes' discussed. Each spread balances illustration with educational text, achieving a harmonious blend of form and function.
Typography:
The choice of typefaces, weight, and size is deliberate, reinforcing the importance of proper typography. The design not only instructs but also demonstrates the impact of typographical choices through its own layout.
The choice of typefaces, weight, and size is deliberate, reinforcing the importance of proper typography. The design not only instructs but also demonstrates the impact of typographical choices through its own layout.
Conclusion:
"Type Crimes" is more than a class assignment; it's a testament to the art of teaching through design. It demonstrates my ability to distill complex information into visually compelling and educational content, a crucial skill for any designer looking to make information not only accessible but memorable.
"Type Crimes" is more than a class assignment; it's a testament to the art of teaching through design. It demonstrates my ability to distill complex information into visually compelling and educational content, a crucial skill for any designer looking to make information not only accessible but memorable.
