By Mary Bonneville on April 29, 2013

“Just as every musical score has its home key, in typography the contrast of size of the typographic elements is almost a prerequisite for all other contrasts. A strong contrast in the size of the elements is basic, and all other contrasts are extra effects introduced into relationship.”
—Carl Dair, Design with Type
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By Mary Bonneville on April 28, 2013

We like to keep an eye on what typography books people are reading. Every so often we do our own research using a variety of sources to get a pulse on what typography resources have people’s heart beating a little faster.
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By Mary Bonneville on April 25, 2013

“Form without function is formalism. Typography can neither be modern nor beautiful if it just pays homage to form rather than fulfill its purpose – a legible communication.”
-Robert Büchler
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By Mary Bonneville on April 23, 2013

It’s no trouble to be reminded of the simple things we can do to improve our typographic chops! This quick list of a dozen top typography resources feature over 100 easy-to-grasp hints, tips, and bits of advice. If you are a type newbie, spend a few minutes soaking up some new (to you) typography advice. If you are a seasoned type pro…well…spend a few minutes re-soaking up some old (to you) typography advice! Nobody remembers everything, right?
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By Mary Bonneville on April 23, 2013



“You can do a good ad with poor typography, but you can’t do a great ad with poor typography.”
—Herb Lubalin
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