Typography is a significant issue for designers. On many projects, finding just the right font, size, spacing, etc. can require considerable time and attention. In addition to typography, color is also a major factor in the success of the design. What is sometimes overlooked is the combination of color and typography and the effect that it has on the overall project. Read the rest of this entry »

The main advantage of excellent typography lies in its ability to be both attractive and functional at the same time. Although images communicate more vividly, text presentation can impress visitors with its sharpness and precise geometrical forms and curves. Consequently, chosen wisely and used carefully, it can be very effective - and there are dozens of outstanding examples of how the latter can be achieved. Read the rest of this entry »

With the upcoming release of Microsoft’s Vista, it’s exciting for all font lovers to know there’s a bunch of new fonts that will be bundled with the software.The Microsoft collection includes two serif, three sans serif, and a monospaced face for use in programming environments. They are intended to be text typefaces as opposed to display faces that are used in larger sizes for headlines. Some of the new fonts are suitable for print as well as on-screen applications. Check out Vista’s fonts

This is an interesting article that discusses the importance of typography in detail in web design. It’s quite a controversial issue, but one I tend to agree with.  Whether you choose a free font or a commercial one, the right choice of fonts can make or break a design.

Experts can determine a great deal of information about a person by studying his or her handwriting. The style of the writing as well as the size and flourish of the letters indicates different personality traits. In similar fashion, visitors to your website will establish certain perceptions about you or your company, based on the way your pages are designed. Read the rest of this entry »

In the same way that you can make yourself stand out with the clothes you wear, you can customize your documents and maximize their effectiveness simply by “dressing them up” with an appropriate font. And like clothing, the font you choose can affect people’s perception – so it’s important to choose wisely. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to running a business, whether on the internet or in the brick and mortar world, there are many things to consider. One of the most important of these considerations, however, is also one of the simplest and most often overlooked. Read the rest of this entry »

Even though constant evolution and growth is inherent in Web design, there are still a few basic things that many sites require. Text is necessary, at least in part, for the majority of Web sites. Whether you’re designing a personal homepage or a massive corporation’s Web site, you’ll probably put at least a small amount of text somewhere on those pages. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to designing a winning and profitable web based business, there are of course many things to consider, and it can take a great deal of hard work and dedication to get a new internet business up and running. One of the most often overlooked aspects of winning web design is that of choosing the right fonts. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to producing user friendly and readable applications, the fonts you use can make an enormous difference. Listed below are some of our favorite tips for getting the most out of your fonts. Read the rest of this entry »

Choosing the right font can make or break the overall effectiveness of your document. Size, readability, and contrast must all be taken into account when deciding on a font to use. Headlines and primary selections of text should be transcribed in a font that is large enough to be read easily, match the tone of the document, and stand out from the rest of the text. Read the rest of this entry »

Thousands of fonts, which are also known as typefaces, are available for print and online publishing. So many choices can be overwhelming, and lead some designers to choose too many fonts. Just because a font is available, doesn’t mean it should be used. Or at least, it should only be used in the correct context. Read the rest of this entry »

Fonts are generally comprised of letters, numbers, and symbols, to help you create attractive websites, reports, manuscripts, flyers, posters, and signs. They can be plain or fancy, bold or narrow. Some font styles come in both serif and sans serif, giving us plenty of choices when it comes to letter styles. Many people choose a font because it appeals to their taste. Some like bold, clean lines, while others adore intricate scripts, or the charm of Old World styles. Others like fonts that resemble handwriting, or appear more whimsical. While taste does play a role in choosing fonts, there is a little more to it. Read the rest of this entry »

Even though it can be easy to overlook in a world of Flash technology and ever more complicated design elements, the lowly font is one of the most important design elements to any website. Read the rest of this entry »