Articles Tagged 'typography'
Guided Tour Through Web Design History
Christian VasileWeb design has been with us for a bit longer than 20 years now and sure, it is easy to criticize poorly designed websites nowadays, but few people really know how and where it all started. Things when web design started were really different - actually so different than such a website would be a shame today: weird colors, cluttered information, tables all over the place, Vegas lights and so many other things that everybody despises today. It is never too late to know a bit more about the history of web design, so let's take a look at the most important changes throughout it. Twenty years ago nobody knew what they were doing when designing a website. It was all something new and you couldn't talk about strategies, research, laws, theories and typography. It was all chaotic. And it all started in 1989, when the first browser called World Wide Web was released, in the same time as the first website. However, it is not possible to see the first website ever, as there isn't much information about it, but a website looked pretty much like this one and was used to give out basic information.
Tales That Will Bring You Closer To Typography
Salman SiddiquiTypography is an integral part of our lives. We know it. But, have you tried to connect with your favorite fonts? I was pretty surprised when I was digging into the history of Ampersand due to its legacy stories. It inspired me to dig more into the broader range of typography. This discussion will dive into the backwoods of our print world and move along the journey which has already been covered by our typefaces. Remember, basically typography is white. It is the black space in between that changes its forms.
Why Are Fonts So Expensive?
JamalEverywhere you look on the internet there is a freeware option available that easily competes with its licensed premium version. This competition can become so close that the question of why the premium option is even a possible choice for one often arises. The comparisons of productivity suites Microsoft Office and freeware open source options like Open Office and LibreOffice are a great example of this predicament. This positive change for consumers of course isn't just for applications. This freeware shift has found itself to every aspect of all content one can find on the internet, of course the font world is not excluded. Let me attempt at painting a common scenario for you. Imagine that you are starting on a new project, and have come across two fonts. One is a premium licensed font, and the other is a free font. Now the typical answer to this situation would be to go for the free font, save some money on the project, and the client really won't know the difference so no complaints there. However, is the typical answer the choice that is always right? Is there any additional value that can be gained by going with the premium font option versus choosing the free option? Let's take a look a look at some reasons why fonts cost so much.
A Short Course On How To Improve Your Website’s Typography
Typography is one of the most difficult things to sort out when designing, especially because with the amount of typefaces a designer can use, it's almost impossible to choose the best one without spending hours on it. A simple search on Google will show you that there are hundreds of thousands of fonts, most of them even free of charge; and the number increases weekly. This means the decision is even harder to make today than it was last year. And it is not only about the typefaces available, but mostly about the skills a designer has. There are Universities that teach typography throughout years, because it is a deep field. Knowing alignment rules, kerning, hierarchy and other terms like these is crucial in making your text say something specific.
A Brush With The Elegant Ampersand
Ampersand is one of the very few typographical characters that has been a part of our daily lives since we can remember. It was the uniqueness of ampersand that made designers experiment with the design of ampersand. The end results at times were amazing while sometimes it was hard to recognize the outcome. I might not leave a shiver down your spine when I introduce you to the history of ampersand but believe me, it is worth your time. Today, we will dive into the past and understand how ampersand become what it is today - Ampersand. Also, we will admire some of the most amazing experimental ampersand designs that designers could imagine.
50 Fresh and Beautiful Fonts From 2011
Daniels MekšsFinding the right font for your design work can often be really frustrating and time consuming. For that reason you should always have plenty of various fonts in your toolbox. When was the last time you downloaded a nice and pretty font? It's time for you to update your font library with some fresh and stunning fonts. This article presents 50 fresh and beautiful fonts from 2011 to enliven your design work as well as a few typography tips. The list contains many smooth and solid fonts that are suitable for web design as well as some funkier and nontraditional fonts that will add that extra something to your digital art. And did I mention that all the fonts are completely free? (some fonts might be available only as demo versions). Also here are a few tips to consider when working with type.
A Simple Guide to Improving Web Typography
StephanieWith the advent of much improved browsers, text rendering and high-resolution screens, technology is no longer an excuse for poor typography. In many ways typography can be elegant and an expression of the designer’s ideas when chosen wisely. Today I will not only present you with guidelines to consider in mastering typography for the web, but give you the useful tools, techniques and resources to help you achieve effective designs. Feel free to suggest any other tools or resources in the comments section.
30 Useful and Cutting Edge CSS3 Text Effect and Web Typography Tutorials
CSS3 with it's possibilities is a revolution in web development. The new CSS3 properties give developers a wonderful chance to enhance their designs in a way that's quick and easy, yet visually impressive. What's more, almost all of the major browsers now support most of the CSS3 features so that's another reason for mastering the new techniques. One of the spheres CSS3 has changed dramatically is web typography. Text styling and neat effects can now be achieved without using any Javascript or images at all. This article presents 30 useful and cutting edge CSS3 text effect and web typography tutorials that will take your designs to the next level.
20 Great Examples of Compelling Headline Copy
In an age where web designers' websites are popping up everyday, creating a memorable brand experience is key. Through the use of compelling headlines and witty taglines, your brand can break through the clutter and be distinctly creative and unique. Generally, the most successful websites include headlines that support the website's goals and are simple and easy to remember. By creating a unique and fun headline and tagline, you're that much closer to separating yourself from the competition. You also pique the visitors' interest and encourage them to explore your website further.
Blog Post Formatting: Make Reading For Visitors Better Experience
Dainis GraverisFinally we're at the stage where we can use some of our design skills! In the next few articles we will look at how to make our content easy to read and scan; in the next post we'll work on grabbing attention with good headlines! Your content won't be read if you don't add kick ass headlines! And your content won't be read if it isn't formatted to be easy, pleasant and quick to read! Many bloggers do not consider just how important these points are in the beginning, I didn't either, but after being online so long, I really appreciate good formatting and yes, catchy headlines work on me as well as they work on anyone else!
