"Ever wanted to know how typography evolved in a certain region since Gutenberg printed the Bible that bears his name? Wanted to know what was happening in another region at the same time? Or do you want to know what type-related museums or foundries are around you? Typomapp makes it easier for you to find the answers."
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Pencil to pixel. 16/19 - 23.11.12
"The forthcoming exhibition by Monotype brings together the past, present and future of a unique typographic institution. Spanning over a hundred years, the expertise and craftsmanship of Monotype has shaped the way in which we see and read the everyday world around us."
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Het Gonst
Dick Wessels' "Het Gonst" is a one of few private presses still active in Belgium. He was born in Breda, but after the studies at Stadsacademie voor Toegepaste Kunsten Maastricht he stays in Maastricht. While originally being trained as goldsmith he became active as a graphic artist and focuses on publishing of limited edition books - this letterpress printed and hand bound bibliophile editions became known under the name of "Het Gonst".
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MIAT. Wood type
Spent a lovely day printing specimens with Stan Van Steendam at the MIAT museum.
Emigre n°16
Got very lucky last weekend and added Emigre magazine n°16 (in very good condition) to my growing collection. The "Sound Design" issue has a letterpress printed cover designed and printed on chipboard at Independent Project Press by Bruce Licher.
Cyrillic wood type
T&P cards
Recently I run out of promo cards, so here is the second version:). Printed in 4 colors on FAG proofing press at the MIAT museum.
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