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Amazing letterform collage and paintings by the artist Cecil Touchon! @touchon.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy #art #collage #CecilTouchon #asemic #letterforms

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Cecil Touchon fs3422ct13 collage on paper 6 x 4 in #art #collage #CecilTouchon #asemic #letterforms

A collage of overlapping paper fragments featuring abstract, cut-up black and white letterforms in a dense, geometric composition.

My running hypothesis as a UX Researcher: Does a deep knowledge of a non-Latin script—and the pen/formatting skills learned from that cultural perspective—make a typographer more inclined to favor the single-story 'a'?

It's a familiarity/taste thing, maybe? 🤔 #TypeDesign #Typography #UXResearch #Letterforms

Photograph of Arabic + Latin translation that uses a lowercase a

Photograph of a Japanese restaurant name translation that uses a lowercase a

Just published a case study on our site about how Ghanaian street poster lettering became a Google Font. David Abbey-Thompson's work on Ga Maamli is a brilliant example of preserving vernacular design digitally, making it worth sharing for anyone interested in how culture shapes typography.

Read: https://www.lttrink.com/blog/from-ghanaian-street-signs-to-google-fonts-creating-ga-maamli-with-lttr-ink

#TypeDesign #Typography #Lettering #FontDesign #VernacularTypography #TypefaceDesign #GraphicDesign #TypeSpecimen #LetterForms #CustomType #GoogleFonts

This image represents vernacular Ghanaian street sign paintings created by David Abbey-Thompson.

MME) NGD #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #architectural #letterforms #diptych

The image features a split composition. On the left side, there is a bold, yellow background with large, black text that appears to be partially obscured or distressed. The text has a rough texture, suggesting it may have been painted or printed with a stencil. On the right side, the background transitions to a monochromatic palette, showcasing a collage of various architectural elements. These elements include fragmented buildings, windows, and walls, arranged in a seemingly haphazard manner. The structures are depicted in shades of gray and black, with some areas appearing to be shadowed or blurred.

MRETCK NT Kitchen Remodel Proposal (Declined) #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #architectural #letterforms

This image features a collage that combines various elements, including a black-and-white photograph of a residential kitchen, which occupies the upper portion. This photograph displays a somewhat abstract arrangement of cabinets, shelves, and appliances, with a focus on pleasing contemporary shapes and lines. Below the photograph, there is a vibrant yellow background that contrasts sharply with the monochrome image above. The lower section contains black text, highlighting several the kitchen's various features, such as ergonomic cabinetry, efficient storage solutions, and user-friendly appliances. Some letters appear partially obscured, fragmented and/or overlapping.

JANIL IP #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #architectural #letterforms

The image features a collage of urban textures and structures, predominantly in black and white, with a bold yellow vertical stripe on the left side. The background consists of fragmented architectural elements, including walls, windows, and various surfaces that appear weathered and distressed. The text "JANIL IP" is prominently displayed in large, bold, black letterforms at the bottom of the image, contrasting sharply with the lighter tones of the surrounding materials.

PARK #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #letterforms

An abstract composition characterized by a textured background predominantly in shades of warm gray and black, creating a sense of depth and complexity through subtle variations in tone and texture. A vibrant orange area in the upper right section stands out, contrasting sharply with the darker hues, while the word "PARK" is prominently displayed in bold black letters against this orange backdrop. The lower part of the piece features a mix of shapes and lines, some appearing more defined and others softer and more diffuse.

PTLKMET AILiSH #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #architectural #letterforms

The image is divided into two sections. The left section features a textured surface with faded, bold letters in various sizes and orientations, predominantly in dark grey and black against a light brown background. The letters appear to be partially obscured, creating a layered effect. The right section displays a monochromatic, abstract composition with a range of gray tones. It includes fragmented shapes and textures that resemble a decayed or damaged surface, with areas that appear to be peeling or eroded. There are hints of architectural elements, such as windows and walls, interspersed with darker patches.

BLITP/L ULIARCAIL #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #architectural #letterforms

The image features a tall, vertical collage composed of various textures and elements. The upper section includes a grayscale photograph, partially obscured, with a textured background that appears to be a mix of abstract shapes and lines. Below this, there are layered geometric forms in shades of gray and black, interspersed with areas of faded text and numbers. The middle section transitions into a more earthy palette, with warm tones of beige and brown, showcasing a mix of rough textures and faint handwritten notes. The lower part prominently displays the text "BLITP/L" in bold, stylized letters, alongside additional fragmented text that is partially obscured. The overall composition combines photographic elements with abstract design, creating a sense of depth and complexity.

tastes like chicken #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #monochrome #letterforms

An abstract composition with a variety of textures and shapes. It includes a mix of muted colors, primarily in shades of gray and beige. The forms are layered and fragmented, creating a sense of depth. There are both organic and geometric elements, with some areas appearing smooth while others are rough or irregular. Text appears in the upper section, partially obscured.

E [and her decedents] #synthart #synthography #aiart #アート #kunst #arte #art #艺术 #fineart #abstractart #asemic #monochrome #letterforms

The image features a prominent letter "E" that appears fragmented or stylized. Surrounding the "E" are additional letterforms that are integrated into the abstract design. The background consists of various textures, including dark and light areas, with a circular black shape and vertical lines that resemble a window or door. The overall composition is layered, with different patterns and surfaces that create a sense of depth. The use of black and white emphasizes the contrast between the elements, making the letterforms and shapes stand out against the background.

Happy Birthday, William Thomas Morgans, born July 2, 1844. He was one of the dominant producers & innovators of wood type in the US in the late 1870s, serving as the founding partner of the wood type companies Young & Morgans (1876) and later Morgans & Wilcox Mfg Co (1880). “Billy Morgans—the boss typo of the County…” http://www.woodtyperesearch.com/william-morgans
——— #WoodType #letterforms #typography #archives #libraries #collections #bibliography #TypeSpecimen #TypeDesign #TypeHistory #letterpress #type #design #history #NineteethCentury #19thCentury

Numeral 5, set in 50-line Gothic Condensed on back cover of c.1890 Morgans & Wilcox specimen catalog, held in Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University.

Left side (verso) of interior spread from c.1890 Morgans & Wilcox specimen catalog, printed in black ink on cream stock, showing letterforms in various type styles; held at the Newberry Library.

Right side (recto) of interior spread from c.1890 Morgans & Wilcox specimen catalog, printed in black ink on cream stock, showing letterforms in various type styles; held at the Newberry Library.

Green paper cover with title of 1881 Morgans & Wilcox specimen catalog printed in black ink, held in Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University.

A market stall of wooden signs, letters, numbers and other things, Bangkok, Thailand, 2011
#PhotoMonday #photography #FotoMontag #WoodType #type #typography #LetterForms #Lettering #design #GraphicDesign

A market stall of wooden signs, letters and numbers in boxes and trays, mostly in Thai but some in English like “WELCOME” and “Toilet”.
Below are more boxes containing turned wood items like buttons and small batons/handles.

I’ve updated the running hand-list of Rob Roy Kelly’s 1964 folio with newly located copies at http://www.woodtyperesearch.com. Of the 45 folios Kelly produced, 33 have now been located. The most recent addition to the running list is No 5, now located in a private collection in Kansas City, Missouri. This was Kelly’s personal copy, recently consigned by his daughter. In addition, a spring trip to Special Collections in The Hugh M. Morris Library at the University of Delaware in Newark, provided the opportunity to examine the library’s full copy (No 16) as well as a truncated set made up of the twelve-page introductory text and numbered plates 30, 33, and 38.

It is my hope that with the publication of this list, locations of the remaining complete folio may come to light.
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#WoodType #TypeSpecimen #type #typography #LetterForms #Lettering #history #archive #design #GraphicDesign #LetterPress #LetterpressPrinting #LetterpressLove #GoodType #TypeMatters #TypeTopia #TypeCollect #NineteenthCentury #AmericanWoodType #Archives #Bibliography

Tan cloth covered folio box with title label reading Wood Type.

Four index pointers and one arrow all pointing to the right, printed in black on warm red paper stock.

Ornate Tuscan type specimen, showing letters A–Z, numbers 0–9, and some punctuation, printed black on white stock.

@mass_driver Just to clarify: the US is something of an exception in this regard. :) In the EU — and in the vast majority of countries that have signed the Berne Convention, to the best of my knowledge — even letterforms themselves are regarded as copyrightable artistic creations.

#copyright #typeface #letterforms #fonts

HBD Darius Wells born 26 April 1800 Kingsboro, NY. He invented the router—a lateral revolving cutting tool—to make the first machine cut wood types. 1st specimen catalog in 1828 co. became D. Wells & Co in 1835 & Wells & Webb in 1839.

He was an active abolitionist, and ran a “station” on the underground railroad in Patterson, NJ helping enslaved humans make their way north to Canada to live as free humans.

#WoodType #router #letterforms #typography #design #bibliography #archives #libraries

Happy Birthday Darius Wells—born in Kingsboro, Fulton County, New York, on this day April 26, 1800.
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Wells was the inventor of the routing machine — a lateral revolving cutting tool — which he used to produce the first machine cut wood types in the United States. His first workshop was at 161 Broadway (behind George Long’s book store). He published the first wood type specimen catalog in 1828. The company became D. Wells & Co in 1835, then Wells & Webb when he partnered with E.R. Webb in 1839. Wells retired from wood type manufacturing in 1856.

Wells was also an active abolitionist, and helped run a “station” on the underground railroad in Patterson, NJ helping enslaved humans make their way north to Canada to live as free human beings. Mr. Wells served as Postmaster of Paterson 1861–1874 appointed by Abraham Lincoln.
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Image is from _Specimen of Plain and Ornamental Wood Type, cut by machinery_ held in the ATF Library Collection at @columbia_rbml.
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#WoodType #router #TypeSpecimen #TypeDesign #letterforms #typography #letterpress #type #design #GraphicDesign #NineteenthCentury #OnThisDay #birthday #bibliography #archives #ArchivesOfInstagram #libraries #collections #excelsior

Type specimen showing HOE set in 24-line Gothic Condensed Back-slope, from 1840 Wells & Webb catalog in the ATF Library Collection, Columbia University Library.

Black and white portrait of Darius Wells, with pronounced halftone dot.

Type specimen showing Italian and Gothis Italian, from 1840 Wells & Webb catalog in the ATF Library Collection, Columbia University Library.

Accidental typographic palimpsest, encountered in Special Collections at the Library of Congress, Washington, DC.
——— #WoodType #letterforms #typography #archives #libraries #collections #bibliography #TypeSpecimen #TypeDesign #TypeHistory #letterpress #type #design #history #NineteethCentury #19thCentury #Palimpsest

Overlapping typographic forms from 1854 Wells & Webb wood type specimen catalog. Cream colored stock with low contrast tonal value letterforms.

Overlapping typographic forms from 1844 L. Johnson specimen catalog. Cream colored stock with low contrast tonal value letterforms.

Overlapping typographic forms from 1827 George Bruce specimen catalog. Cream colored stock with high contrast tonal value letterforms.

HBD Henry P Hamilton born 21 Apr 1862 youngest of 3 brothers, worked with older brthr George at _The Detroit Record_ as a printer & then with oldest brthr James at Hamilton & Baker, later Hamilton Mfg Co Credited patents USD37308 & 37309
http://www.woodtyperesearch.com/hamilton-mfg-672-673

#WoodType #letterforms #typography #archives #libraries #collections #bibliography #TypeSpecimen #TypeDesign #TypeHistory #letterpress #type #design #history #NineteethCentury #19thCentury #patents #uspatents

#letterforms

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