skin type 2.0

“Alfabet in huid": An extremely creative typographic representation through the use of pinched skin and clothes pins.

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cuban b

This series of posters was done to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Cuba's revolution. Along the same vein as much of the highly popular and currently relevant (a la Shephard Fairey) propaganda and cuban poster art, graphic artist José Papiol Torrent showcased each letter as its own poster incorporating relevant imagery and photography reflecting the revolution.







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i thought this was extremely appropriate...consider me guilty!

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the letter "a" photographed from retail signage.

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helvetica

just caught a very interesting doc on the history and usage of the typeface, helvetica. tho you may not know it by name you have definitely seen it. since its creation in the late 50's it has become the ubiquitous typeface of corporations and designers alike. it has become the default type used for virtually everything, from subway signage to american apparel and beyond.

with interviews from the whose who of the design world, the doc takes an interesting look into the journey and proliferation of this type, and examines the pros and cons of its wide spread appeal. tho the debate continues as to the emotional response derived from it, there is no denying the significance it holds in our society today.

type

typography has become one of my greatest passions within the last year. however when i think back to my youth i find that i have always been fascinated with type. from creating several day-care holiday banners to elaborately decorating envelopes and letters veterano style, type has been with me for a long time. and this is why i consider myself very fortunate to actually study it's origins, use and power.

currently, i am studying the power of moving type. specifically the mood and emotion that it conveys and its ability to tell a story within itself, as demonstrated masterfully by graphic designer saul bass. responsible for the design of animated motion picture title sequences for films like psycho and north by northwest, his impact on both typography and film is indelible and echoed by many artists and filmmakers a like.

below are a few examples of the power and beauty of moving type which not only showcase the ingenuity of great design but also act as a testament to the mark that saul bass left on the creative world.







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Great track even greater video. A true testament to the power of typography!

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more info on the artist: evan roth

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