- Typographer of the Week
- Choosing and using typefaces is the main goal of this course. But who's behind the creation of the typefaces we choose? Let's get to know the very creative detail-oriented folks behind the gorgeous typefaces we use every day.
How To Get An A
This is what you need to do to ace this assignment.
- Gain a historical knowledge of the typographers behind the typefaces.
- Your presentation includes at least the facts listed on the assignment page.
- Your text is your own, properly written and error-free.
- You communicate the facts clearly, in an organized fashion.
- You've submitted files as directed, ready for print.
Your grade reflects the degree to which you satisfied the above criteria.
| Grade Value | Description |
|---|---|
| A, 80-100%, Excellent | This is work that has been completed in a highly motivated manner which meets all or most of the performance criteria for the project. It is an exceptional demonstration of design skills. |
| B, 70-79%, Superior | You have submitted work which is above average, but lacks the qualities which give it the stamp of excellence. It shows better than average design sensitivity. |
| C, 60-69% Satisfactory | Your project is handed in on time. It has fulfilled some or all of the requirements. It lacks strong visual interest and thoughtful & imaginative resolution. The work is merely average. |
| D, 50-59%, Marginal | This work is handed in on time, but lacks many or most of the areas that show understanding of design. It is a weak effort, which does not meet program standards. |
| F, 0-49%, Unsatisfactory | This is work that is not handed in on time or does not satisfy the assignment criteria at all. |
| NHI: Not Handed In | An assignment which was not received. |
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The Brief
Create a letter-sized layout containing biographical information on your given typographer. It should contain these elements.
| Last Name | First Name | Typographer | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciper | Enissa | Licko, Zuzana | January 18, 2023 |
| Gomond | Bryan | Benguiat, Ed | April 19, 2023 |
| Goodick | Hannah | Spiekermann, Erik | April 12, 2023 |
| Goudreau-Patterson | Chandler | Frutiger, Adrian | March 29, 2023 |
| Jay | Angela | Slimbach, Robert | March 8, 2023 |
| Lam | Stephanie | Brody, Neville | March 15, 2023 |
| Mohdamed | Ibrahim | Twombly, Carol | March 22, 2023 |
| Shaan | Shaan | Morison, Stanley | February 15, 2023 |
| Smith | Brianna | Frere-Jones, Tobias | February 22, 2023 |
| Stojanovic | Andrej | Porchez, Jean François | February 8, 2023 |
| Valenzuela | Zara | Hische, Jessica | April 5, 2023 |
| Zhang | Suzie | Stone, Sumner | January 25, 2023 |