Learning Type Design

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Free Online Course: Learning Type Design provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Learning Type Design is taught by Charles Nix.

Overview
  • Gain a foundational understanding of typography, and learn how to design your first typeface.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Welcome
    • What you should know
    • What this course is and isn't
    • Who are type designers?
    • Why study typography?
    1. What Makes a Typeface Great?
    • Pedigree
    • Consistency
    • Readability and legibility
    • Utility
    • Novelty
    • Ubiquity
    2. What Makes a Great Typeface?
    • Serifs
    • Stroke angle, weight, and contrast
    • General shape
    • x-height
    • Proportion
    • Fit
    • Shape variations
    • Display and decorative faces
    3. Pre-Production
    • Find good models
    • Explore tools, methods, and materials
    • Typeface vs. lettering
    • Why is a plan necessary?
    • Original or revival? Text or display? Serif or sans serif?
    • What glyphs are needed?
    4. Drawing the Basic Glyphs
    • Draw glyphs with straight stems
    • Draw the o's and shoulders
    • Draw rounded glyphs
    • Draw glyphs with shoulder-like curves
    • Draw glyphs with arms
    • Draw lowercase angled glyphs
    • Draw uppercase angled glyphs
    • Draw the s, S, and g
    • Set keywords
    5. Producing a Functioning Font
    • Digitize
    • Print, critique, and revise
    • Complete the character set
    • Adjust the space around glyphs
    • Adjust the problem pairs
    • Test your font files
    Conclusion
    • Expanding your knowledge: Read, look, and listen