Designers have the ability to use so many options to make a headline or any amount of text more prominent that underlining should be one of the last options we consider. There is a difference between using a line as a divider but when it is as an underline you are digressing to the days… Continue reading Underline me not
Tag: Typeface
Design it like you write it
When using script typefaces, treat apostrophes like you would when writing by hand. Connect the whole word then have the apostrophe in place. Having a gap before the “S” isn’t how you would write the word. The typeface doesn’t know what word you are spelling so take control of the situation and design the word… Continue reading Design it like you write it
Kerning—It’s On You
It should be emphasized, when designing, that everything on a “page” is the designer’s responsibility. Every character, shape, line, etc. This is why kerning and tracking is important. Using “auto” settings for things like leading isn’t taking responsibility. Letting the typeface dictate the kerning isn’t taking responsibility.