Most designers I know have an intense love for typography. I am no exception. The fact that I'm a combination designer and illustrator might give you a hint as to the kind of typography that really gets me excited. Hand drawn, ornamental, and illustrated typography. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE clean and simple type, but deep down there's just a yearning for the whimsy and fun that illustrative type brings to the table. I was doing my usual search for new inspiration and came across this beautiful alphabet by designer Jeanie Nelson. The delicious color palette, witty imagery, and unique illustration style is enough to draw anyone in, non-designers included. The design is charming and alluring not only because of its pineapples, mermaids, dragons, and panda bears, but also because it pays tribute to historical ornamental typography from a fresh and modern perspective. Perhaps this is a project I'll have to tackle myself. birdsong gregory fans stay tuned.
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