About Desktop Publishing: In Others Words... Typography and Type Design

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Desktop Publishing Desktop Publishing Get Started Choose Software Tips & Tutorials From Jacci Howard Bear, your Guide to Desktop Publishing I was recently gathering typography quotations for a personal project and decided to use some of those quotations here on the site. But rather than a straight list of random quotes (there's plenty of that already out there on the web) I'm grouping them into smaller related groups and adding my own commentary on each. The first two groups are ready for you to enjoy and perhaps soak up a little inspiration and instruction from. Also, last chance to vote in the About.com Reader's Choice Awards. And since this issue of the newsletter focuses on type, be sure you vote on the best source of that type whether it's free fonts or commercial (paid) fonts. In Others Words... the Meaning and Purpose of Typography Typography encompasses everything from designing type to using it. These quotations focus specifically on what typography is, what it means to the population in general -- not just designers. It's not fonts. It's not a pretty typeface. It is... read more In Others Words... the Art and Science of Type Design Like many others I've dabbled in creating fonts. I find the whole process interesting even if I don't have the expertise necessary to pursue it as a career or even a serious student. I'm more on the fascinated fan level with just a bit more understanding and appreciation of the process than the average Joe or Jane on the street. Expore more of the art and science (or should that be math?) through these type design quotations. Basic Typeface Anatomy Do you know the difference between an arm and a leg? Body Text Elements The body of a publication is just a bunch of words, right? Desktop Publishing Ads Free DTP Software Flash Banner Design Adopt a Dog Design Software Newsletter Software Featured Articles Parts of a Document Parts of a Newsletter Parts of an Annual Report Parts of a Print Ad Parts of an Envelope Vote NOW (Last Chance)   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More > This newsletter is written by: Jacci Howard Bear Desktop Publishing Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Desktop Publishing newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Anniversaries Happy Birthday Photoshop 25 Years of Desktop Publishing The Unusual History of Microsoft Windows Advertisement