I'm fascinated by these pictures of Thai letters (and type cases) found on Graphic-ExchanGE blog. Taken by Fabien Barral these beautiful pictures gives us a glimpse into the inner world of "Press a Card" letterpress studio based in Koh Lanta island, Thailand.
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Measurements Table
This might be handy - type units measurements/conversion table I found on the title page of Tetterode Amsterdam Type foundry catalogue.
more about type measurements here
Epilogue
A wonderful documentary by a Canadian student Hannah Ryu Chung about the future of the physical book. Build upon interviews with printers, publishers, book binders and bookshop owners active in Toronto, it questions the future of the printed book. Hannah hopes that the film will stir thought and elicit discussion about the immersive reading experience and the lost craft of the book arts, from the people who are still passionate about reading on paper as well as those who are not.
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Typique Ambachtelijke Drukkerij. Amsterdam
After seeing this window, I realized I have a good excuse to visit Amsterdam.
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Yerevan - World Book Capital
Exactly one month ago, Yerevan, the city where I was born, received the title of World Book Capital. On this significant occasion and to celebrate the 500 Years of Armenian Printing, the Ministry of Culture and Yerevan City Hall have organized various cultural events all over the Yerevan.
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Double-sided wood block
Yesterday, while running some tests I found two more double-sided wood blocks. Well, sometimes you can find some weird stuff at the back of woodtype:)
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The Vandercook 100
One more interesting letterpress related book is about to hit the shelves very soon. After 2 years of working, the book celebrating the 100 year of printing on the Vandercook press, edited and self-published by Heather Mitchell is available for pre-order.
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