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Beware: geometric circles are born diamonds.

I redrew the Guggenheim monogram and pointed out some problematic optical illusions to look for when drawing logos.

How to price a custom typeface.

One of the most guarded secrets in the business—how to price your work! Download my free custom typeface pricing template!

The Design process, and how to proof a custom typeface.

The Design process for me is about problem-solving.

My process for developing new ideas for type projects.

I do it first in the morning and generally only spend about 30 minutes or so on it.

How to prototype a multi-style typeface.

Starting with a small set of characters that are quick to make allows me to experiment without the fear of having to change a ton of work that I’ve already completed.

Process: why it’s important in typeface design.

I talk about my type design process and why it’s so important to me as a one-man-band.

Why my top five type foundries are one-man bands.

Celebrating the diversity and individuality that only small independent foundries can offer.

A walk through the past 10 years’ branding of the AtypI conference.

A look back at the typefaces selected to represent their host cities.

Unlearning… can we unleash ourselves from what we’re taught, so we can invent something new?

A recent discussion on the Interrogang podcast touched on this topic, and my typeface Aligne, got a mention.

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