Looking back on 2009, it’s clear that it a banner year for fonts. Some of the most elegant and creative typefaces emerged last year. MyFonts has rifled through as many of them as they could, and thanks to the efforts of staff and fans the list was produced. Follow the link below for the “Top Ten”.
TOP TEN FONTS

No, I’m not cussing you out. I’m simply telling you the name of a cool iPhone app called WhatTheFont, that allows you to identify fonts and typefaces using your iPhone camera. It’s a simple app, and even simpler to operate.

See a font you like, but can’t identify it? No problem. Take a picture of it with your trusty iPhone, and WhatTheFont will identify the font in seconds. (more…)

Wanna see something cool? Check out this book. Frankly, it’s more than a book, it’s a work of art. Each of the 26 three-dimensional letters move and change before your eyes as you flip through the pages. Book designer MARION BATAILLE has created an amazing product. There’s a great article about her other publishing efforts over at Valesulfilo. Boldly conceived and brilliantly executed with a striking black, red, and white palette, this is a book that readers and art lovers of all ages will treasure for years to come.

Check out this Book Experience beautifully displayed via YouTube:

You can find this little gem on Amazon. If you’re feling generous, it’ll make me happy to see this on Dec 25th. Hint, hint.

I enjoy surfing the web looking for typography. Some addictions die hard. My only consolation is that I know that some of you are addicted to type as much as I am. Well, here’s your daily fix. Check out Parachute.

Parachute is an award winning type foundry. It landed in 1999, but it wasn’t till 2001 that it started operating as a full scale company. Parachute is based in Athens and is a major font supplier to most publishing houses and advertising agencies in Greece. I found enough fonts to drool over to last me until next friday. Maybe longer. I highly recommend clicking here.

Greetings! During the month of September, I’m dedicating all creative props to the “ampersand” or “and” sign. This quirky little iconic symbol has more orientations that any other letter in the western alphabet. So, in tribute to this marvelous swirl, I’m calling on all admirers of the little gem to step and show your love. But first, let me acquaint you with our guest of honor.

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I was travelling through the House Industries website when i came across this gem. A collection of fonts and other items inspired by New Mexico architect and graphic designer Alexander Girard.

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Some of the best architecture and signage in the south can be found in Key West. Just thought I’d share a simple gallery with you. I was down there during the Hemingway festival. Enjoy.

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