Creative matters

Beyond the Basics: Mastering Font Pairing

Everything old is new again: a deeper look at nostalgia in design.

Design by trial: Creating meaningful connections in virtual worlds.

Is it time to rethink how creative work gets done?

Putting AI to work: The magic of typeface pairing.

Typography and modern protest.

How brands can stand out amidst the digital noise.

Creative Characters S4 E4: Searching for signs of the British seaside with Justin Burns.

Creative Characters S4 E3: Studying the subconscious superpowers of type trends across the globe.

Talking shop with David Berlow, type hero and font technology pioneer.

Making the Monotype Type Trends report with Terrance Weinzierl and Emilios Theofanous.

Exploring all things novel and familiar with Mark Simonson.

Getting into the ‘heavy stuff’ with Aaron James Draplin.

For many designers making it to the coveted role of Creative Director at a reputable agency is viewed as a ‘dream job’, and the realisation of reaching the very top of the career ladder. Monotype’s Phil Garnham discusses what it takes to become a Creative Director and how to thrive in the position.

In Episode 16, we talk with Tyler Haughey, a photographer whose work highlights otherwise unseen details of Jersey shore beach towns in the off-season. He discusses the creative influence of having a father who was a sign painter, as well as the nature of memory and how signage and décor help anchor experiences in our minds.  

In Episode 15, Creative Type Director Charles Nix talks to James Horowitz during a London heatwave about the lessons he learned from founding a design agency, his approach to guiding clients through the creative process, and the impact of Instagram and social media on branding and design.

Juan Villanueva, Type Designer at Monotype was interviewed by Print Magazine to discuss his thoughts on what the new normal could look like post-pandemic. Check out the below to explore Juan’s thoughts - and ask yourself does post-pandemic mean ‘the new normal’ or ‘the next normal’ to you?

In Episode 17, Monotype’s Brand Designer, Marie Boulanger talks with Ellen Lupton, writer, curator, educator, and designer. They discuss her recent book, Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-racist, Nonbinary Field Guide for Graphic Designers, and Lupton’s mission to democratize type through teaching, collaborating, and writing.