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R9 Type+Design is an independent type foundry from Canada. We specialize in modern and contemporary typeface/font designs.

How I became a type designer

Travel along with me on my off-the-beaten-path journey to become a self-taught Canadian type designer from Vancouver, Canada.

 

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STEP 2: A Beginners’ Guide to Typeface (Font) Design

Tana Kosiyabong

I’m a big fan of learning by doing. So when I first started designing fonts, it was also how I learned firsthand. Type design requires time, patience, and perseverance. The more time you put into your project, the better your outcome. Designing a digital typeface involves thousands of small tasks you need to complete before your font is ready to use or for sale. But don’t let that intimidate you. Just focus on the task at hand and proceed one step at a time until you reach the finish line. Here are eight tips to help you ease into your type design journey:

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