Fall 2015 – Intro to Typography – Day 1

Today we will begin exploring typography, which is the art of arranging type to make language visible. To fully understand typography, we will explore many different aspects of type, including the history of typography and how it has evolved throughout different time periods and developed in the digital age.
Objective:
  • I can define Typography as a technique for communication and as an art form.
  • I can define Typeface and Font and recognize the difference between the two.
  • I can identify the categories of fonts and how they are best used.

Vocabulary Words:

  • Typography
  • Type
  • Typeface
  • Font
  • Serif
  • Sans Serif
  • Script
  • Decorative/Display
Links:
 

 

Wikipedia – Typeface

Topics Discussed:
  • Typography
  • Typeface versus Font
  • Digital Typography
  • Font Foundries
  • Free vs. Paid Fonts
  • Online Typeface Resources

Assignment:

  1. Follow along with the in-class demonstration.

Assigned: September 21nd, 2015