Advanced Typography | Final Compilation & Reflection

18/12/2024 /  Week 13
Rio Sato / 0360530
Final Compilation & Reflection
Advanced Typography / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylors University

WEBSITE LINKS TO EACH TASK

1.1   Task 1: Exercises 1 & 2

1.2  Task 2: Key Artwork & Collateral

1.3  Task 3: Type Exploration and Application


SUBMISSION

Exercises 1 & 2
25/09/2024 -   16/10/2024 / Week 1 - Week 4


Task 1: Exercise 1 - Typographic Systems


Fig. 1.1 Final Radial
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.2 Final Bilateral
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.3 Final Axial
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.4 Final Modular
 System - JPEG


Fig. 1.5 Final Dilatational
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.6 Final Random
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.7 Final Grid
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.8 Final Transitional
 System - JPEG

Fig. 1.9 Final Task 1 - Exercise 1: Typographic Systems - PDF



Task 1: Exercise 2 - Type and Play


Fig. 2.1 Compiled process, Week 3-4

Fig. 2.2 Original extracted letterforms compared to the final type design, Week 4

Fig. 2.3 Final type design, Week 4

Fig. 2.4 Letters, Week 4 

Fig. 2.5 Type showcase, Week 4


Fig. 2.6 Final Finding Type - PDF, Week 4



Key Artwork & Collateral
23/10/2024 -   20/11/2024 / Week 5 - Week 9


Task 2(A) Key Artwork



Fig. 3.1 Black wordmark on white background, Week 7 (06/11/2024)



Fig. 3.2 White wordmark on black background, Week 7 (06/11/2024)


Fig. 3.3 Colour palette, Week 7 (06/11/2024)



Fig. 3.4 Wordmark in lightest shade of colour palette on darkest shade of colour palette, Week 7 (06/11/2024)


Fig. 3.5 Wordmark in actual colours on lightest shade of colour palette, Week 7 (06/11/2024)


Fig. 3.6 Wordmark animation (GIF format), Week 9 (20/11/2024)


Fig. 3.7 Final Outcome - Task 2(A) Key Artwork, Week 9 (20/11/2024) 



Task 2(B) Key Artwork & Collateral


Fig. 4.1 Collateral #1, Week 7 (06/11/2024)



Fig. 4.2 Collateral #2, Week 7 (06/11/2024)


Fig. 4.3 Collateral #3, Week 7 (06/11/2024)


Fig. 4.4 Instagram Posts, Week 9 (20/11/2024)


Fig. 4.5 Instagram link, Week 9 (20/11/2024)


Fig. 4.6 Instagram, Week 9 (20/11/2024)


Fig. 4.7 Final Outcome - Task 2(B) Key Artwork & Collateral, Week 9 (20/11/2024)



Type Exploration and Application
20/11/2024 - 18/12/2024 / Week 9 - Week 13


Font Download Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aD9liEvYB39rdbUpEpocRAoupa1si9zf/view?usp=sharing

PDF (embedded of uppercase and/or lowercase)

Fig. 5.1 PDF (embedded of uppercase and/or lowercase),  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

FontForge screen grab

Fig. 5.2 FontForge screen grab, Week 12 (11/12/2024)

Font Presentation


Fig. 5.3 Font Presentation - #1,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.4 Font Presentation - #2
,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.5 Font Presentation - #3
,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)


Fig. 5.6 Font Presentation - #4,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)



Fig. 5.7 Font Presentation - #5, Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.8 Final Font Presentation
,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Font Application

Fig. 5.9 Font Application - #6,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)


Fig. 5.10 Font Application - #7,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.11 Font Application - #8,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.12 Font Application - #9,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)

Fig. 5.13 Font Application - #10,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)


Fig. 5.14 Final Font Application,  Week 13 (18/12/2024)


REFLECTION

6.1 Experience

Throughout this Advanced Typography course, I have gained invaluable experience in understanding and manipulating typographic systems, developing original typefaces, and applying typography in creative ways. The journey from basic exercises to creating a complete font family has enhanced my technical skills while pushing my creative boundaries. Working through each task has taught me the importance of precision, consistency, and the subtle nuances that make typography both an art and a science.

6.2 Observations

One key observation from this course is the evolution of my understanding of typography as more than just text arrangement. I've noticed how different typographic systems can dramatically alter the emotional impact and legibility of designs. Through the various exercises and projects, I've observed that successful typography requires a delicate balance between artistic expression and functional communication.

6.3 Findings

Through my research and practical work in this course, I've discovered several key findings about typography and design. First, the importance of systematic approaches in creating cohesive typographic solutions cannot be overstated. Additionally, I've found that the process of developing a custom typeface requires not only technical precision but also a deep understanding of how letterforms interact with each other and their intended context.

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