Creating Textured Type
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Design and Publishing Center
1997

Abstract:

Sometimes the most simple techniques can really dress up your publication. One of the most popular sections of the Creative Layout Techniques workshop is on 'Typography'. Today, let’s take a look at yet another of our '101 things you can do with Type.' If you’ve got color, or grayscale printing capabilities you may want to consider a textured letter. This technique is easily done with your favorite painting program and a little vision.