Type SpeaksCan you hear it? Listen visually. I am SHOUTING. I am whispering. I am tilting. I am :D. Typography can be LOUD or softly spoken. Typography is a visual language. The type you choose for your website will help convey the message in a subliminal way. Does this font communicate the message? Is there a balance between the visual and the verbal? These are some of the questions to explore when deciding on which font to use for a specific product or site.
AND, just in case you ditched your Graphic Design I course when you were supposed to be learning about type, here is a quirky quick introduction to typography and basic terminology.
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Web Typography LinksType terminology: http://www.fontshop.com/glossary/
Guides to Web Typography:
Showcase: http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/showcase-web-design-beautiful-typography/ |
How was your aim? Post your best results in the forum.
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Module 5 DiscussionHow does typography for the web differ from typography for print? Is there a difference? What is your favorite font? Explain why.
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