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Computer Graphic Design

Fall 2014 – Intro to Typography – 6 – Searching for Type

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014
In today’s assignment we will discover and investigate four of the major categories of type


Objective:

  • I can identify and explain the four major categories of typefaces.

Vocabulary Words:

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

Paratype – Typeface Classification

https://www.paratype.com/help/class/

Desktop Publishing at About.com – Typeface Classifications
https://desktoppub.about.com/od/typeclassification/Typeface_Classifications.htm


Topics Discussed:
  • Serif Fonts
  • Sans Serif Fonts
  • Script Fonts
  • Ornamental/Decorative/Display Fonts
  • Online Typeface Resources

Assignment:

  1. Using the web addresses above, find the definitions for each of the following:
    serif type
    sans serif type
    script type
    ornamental/display type
  2. Use InDesign to create a document that explains each of the above items.
  3. Include the sample image that is included for each of the four.
  4. Try to put all of the four on one page!.

Assigned: September 23rd, 2014
Due Date: September 24th, 2014

Computer Graphic Design

Fall 2014 – Intro to Typography – Day 1

Monday, September 22nd, 2014
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 22nd, 2014