Handmade Type Workshop Techniques for Creating Original Characters and Digital Fonts

Handmade Type Workshop Techniques for Creating Original Characters and Digital Fonts by Charlotte Rivers, published by Thames & Hudson in 2011, is a comprehensive guide that delves into the art of type and font creation. This edition, available in English and spanning 175 pages, emphasizes the handmade aesthetic, which has gained renewed interest among designers, illustrators, and type enthusiasts. The book presents a practical approach to handcrafting creative fonts, featuring a variety of tutorials, profiles, and inspirational showcases from contemporary practitioners.

Readers will find innovative methods for designing contemporary lettering, exploring a range of styles from classic design examples to 3D and illustrated fonts. Handmade Type Workshop encourages exploration beyond traditional typography, offering insights into creating original or customized letterforms. With its focus on crafts and graphic arts, this book serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in enhancing their typographic skills and embracing the handmade approach in their design work.