Typefaces

What was the project about?
     In Graphic Design, we've been working with typefaces, commonly known as fonts. In this project, we took part of our name and identified 10 different parts used in the typeface, like serifs. Serifs are the little "curly things" at the end of some letters. Typefaces are very important for conveying meaning that goes beyond the words, and things like the serifs make a big difference.

What did you learn?
     We started by learning the basic 3 types of categories for typefaces: Formal, Casual, and Decorative. Formal is usually on invitations or professional projects, and are usually serif fonts. The letters flow together and become easier to read in large text blocks.
     The second type, Casual may be used on websites and other places. They are typically sans-serif, meaning they don't use serifs. Serif and non-serif typefaces usually go well together, if used correctly.
     The third type is Decorative, and can be used for advertising or for fun. They come in a wide variety of types, and sometimes look like hand-written text (script). They are typically not professional.
     Different typefaces are meant to be used for different things. For example, you wouldn't use an elaborate font for a rock concert, or a super casual font for a formal ball. When things like this are ignored, things can send the wrong message. Take for example the big debate going on: Comic Sans. Comic Sans is a sans-serif typeface designed after comics, hence it's name. However, people liked it so much that they started using it in very inappropriate places. It's not the fonts fault, it's the way it's being used by people who just don't know better.