Critique
In groups of 3-4, share each other’s Magazines. Have one student take notes on this discussion board (please include group members names):
• Discuss the difference between your experience looking at the digital versions of the Type Book and Magazine versus handling the physical product.
• What were some things that didn’t turn out how you expected? Where there any happy mistakes?
Week 8, Session 1
As a group, discuss what makes for a dynamic layout (in terms of size, variations, alignment, and hierarchy).
Leave your comments on this discussion page (don’t forget to mention the names of your group mates)
Only focusing on the kerning (not fonts or color), what can we learn about the personality of the company by the kerning choices made?
** Include link to a picture of the company logo you are discussing **
Add your opinions (and links if you have visuals) in comments below
Divide up into 5 groups (1 member to write post)
Instruction: First research your specific family in greater detail (what are some key characteristics)Â and then post answer to each question,
• Imagine you are baking a batch of cookies in the shape of each type family
• Write a recipe with a list of instructions (at least 4-5 instruction) as to how you would trim, elongate, cut negative shapes within, thin out, etc.
• Include a link to a picture, which you can point to while you are presenting your recipe
Resources to start with: Old Style • Transitional • Modern • Slab • San Serif
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