Carla Hackett and Barbara Enright have been teaching the craft of brush lettering together for the past 10 years across Australia and in London, New York, and San Francisco in 2017. Having just completed two semesters teaching at RMIT University, we are passionate about passing on the traditional skill to as many enthusiastic letter lovers… Continue reading Introduction to the Craft of Brush Lettering
When it comes to font technology, colorfonts are the new kid on the block. They allow digital fonts to display color, shade, texture, and even images. This workshop introduces participants to the creation of colorfonts through an urban lens. After an initial brief, participants will spend 30 minutes outside photographing anything they can find that… Continue reading Colorfonts in the Wild
QUT School of Design invites ATypI conference delegates for a hands-on workshop on our beautiful Kelvin Grove campus. You will join the More-than-Human Futures research group, staff, and students at the School of Design, for a ‘walkshop’ of the adjoining parklands of Barrambin engaging in embodied, narrative, and creative methods (Turner et al., 2022). Using… Continue reading Connecting to Nature Through Typography—Afternoon Session
Crafted Technology fusing letterpress and technological innovation Join us in Brisbane at the ATypI Typographic Conference for our hands-on letterpress workshop, which offers a captivating blend of 19th-century printing techniques with cutting-edge digital innovation. The Branding Irons and Block Chains workshop transports participants through a hands-on journey into crafting typographic identifiers inspired by the historical practice… Continue reading Branding Irons and Block Chains—Afternoon Session
Crafted Technology fusing letterpress and technological innovation Join us in Brisbane at the ATypI Typographic Conference for our hands-on letterpress workshop, which offers a captivating blend of 19th-century printing techniques with cutting-edge digital innovation. The Branding Irons and Block Chains workshop transports participants through a hands-on journey into crafting typographic identifiers inspired by the historical practice… Continue reading Branding Irons and Block Chains—Morning Session
The workshop aims to introduce participants to the concept of visual sense-making through the creative practice of sketch-noting and expressive lettering, providing participants with a comprehensive toolkit for creative expression and effective communication. By exploring the intersection of visual thinking and personal expression, participants will develop the skills to effectively synthesise complex information and ideas… Continue reading Visual Sense-Making With Sketchnotes
Under the trend of design globalization, there is a growing demand from Chinese designers to find suitable Latin fonts that match Chinese fonts for applications. Meanwhile, with the expanding influence of Chinese in the world, more and more companies want to create multilingual fonts that match the style of their existing Chinese fonts to strengthen… Continue reading Multi-Script Type Design to Match Chinese Calligraphy Typefaces
In a world obsessed with perfection, “Marks, Mistakes, Magic” offers a space for exploration and a connection to self. It’s an invitation to break free from constraints, rediscover the power of creative play, and be immersed in the pure joy of wonder. This workshop helps folks understand the value of play in generating fresh, new,… Continue reading Marks, Mistakes, Magic: Rediscovering Creativity Through Play and Mark-Making
Look at type differently. Create your own letter and stitch it. Hand make a patch, badge, bookmark, or stitch your own clothing—if you dare! Skill level is intermediate (a handbook will be provided). Following a short presentation of embroidery projects in which this process was investigated, participants will be able to explore/expand their type skills… Continue reading Type Threads
This workshop will offer industry leaders a fresh perspective on combining traditional printmaking techniques with contemporary advancements. The comprehensive workshop will delve deep into the intricacies of hand carving to laser printing, demonstrating their immense potential and versatility when applied to the art of typography. The objective of the workshop is to equip industry leaders… Continue reading Typography and Artisanal Printmaking