Pairing Typefaces: Tips for Combining Fonts
Michael Stinson
Lessons
Class Description
“Which font should I use with this?” is an age-old question that designers constantly grapple with. In Pairing Typefaces: Tips for Combining Fonts with Michael Stinson, you’ll learn essential type rules that make answering that question easier.
Michael is the creative director at Ramp Creative and the instructional director for TypeEd. In this class, he’ll explore the art of combining type and share strategies to ensure your fonts work well together.
You’ll learn about:
- Typeface classifications
- Pairing different styles of type
- Mixing and matching fonts
Michael will teach reliable techniques you can use every time you go to combine type styles so your designs always look great.
Software Used: Adobe InDesign CC 2014.2 (10.2)
Ratings and Reviews
Sarah
A good warm-up course for typography. I learned a lot and gained greater insight on fonts and type.
Ali Shadle
Michael, did an awesome job. He gives you a system for pairing font faces, and if you follow his instructions with your fonts, you'll really nail down why 2 different types of typefaces work or not. Thank you Michael!