4th April 2023
It used to be normal to use underlining and capitals to style your content, but not any more. What should you do instead?
18th August 2021
If you’re interested in books, and book cover design in particular, don’t miss The Beauty of Books (episode four) on BBC iPlayer.
9th July 2018
Where can you source really unusual and extraordinary typefaces? There are a number of options you can try. Read our useful guide to find out more.
26th October 2017
What exactly do graphic designers do, and can graphic design actually save your life? This question is discussed through a medical perspective.
26th September 2017
15th August 2017
The London Transport Museum at the depot in Acton is not just for train geeks, it has lots of treats in store for art and design enthusiasts. The Johnston tour is one of these.
8th July 2017
I usually like to stay in London during the summer months and get away when it’s cold, but this year I broke with tradition and spent
28th March 2017
In the 1960s, Donovan’s album covers used distinctive fonts which reflected his style of music. The most well known was ‘Arnold Bocklin’ font.
17th March 2017
27th October 2016
How much do you know about fonts? Have a go at our 10-point quiz and see how many you get right.
9th January 2015
Designers employ lots of tricks to enhance a design. One of these is using beautiful ampersands. Here are my personal top 10 ampersands.
24th September 2014
Have you ever seen a typeface, admired or hated it and wondered what it was? You don’t have to have a degree in typography to find
19th August 2014
‘Fresh, light and fun’ or ‘modern, yet traditional’? Both! Though not at the same time. This was part of my brief from the
31st December 2013
When I’m thinking of buying a book, often the design can put me off; a very small typeface, mean leading (line spacing) and stingy margins are
1st October 2013
Anxious about commissioning a graphic designer? How to ensure your designer projects the right message and communicates successfully with your clients.
30th September 2013
Choosing the right typeface is not just about looking pretty; it can be crucial to the message you put across. When Pepsi teamed up with Aape to