That episode of Succession. Part of me knew this was coming—but what a standout episode of TV. Thinking with Type by Ellen Lupton. As someone who does a lot of layout, I'm embarrassed to say that I never really understood the baseline. Alvvays (Alvvays). Better late than never! Finally got around to listening to the … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (4/17/23)
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Is the ideal RFP/Q response a “crystal goblet”?
There's a wonderful metaphor from Beatrice Warde, one of the foundational figures in 20th-century typography, about the use of typography, that really resonates with me. Warde published an entire book on this idea, but here is just a taste: Imagine that you have before you a flagon of wine. You may choose your own favourite … Continue reading Is the ideal RFP/Q response a “crystal goblet”?
Taylor Coe 