typeparis16 – apply before 15 March 2016

Typeparis.com Learn how to design type from scratch here in Europe. Based in Paris and launched by the Typofonderie team in 2015, TypeParis is an intensive type design programme. Our unique approach continues the long tradition that started in France back in the 1970’s. The programme also includes weekly talks which are open to the public and streamed live. Subscribe to our mailing list!

Learn from renowned professionals and experienced instructors including Jean François Porchez (Typofonderie), Mathieu Réguer and Julien Priez. Alice Savoie and Xavier Dupré will conduct specialized and hands-on sessions. This year the weekly international guest critics for #typeparis16 are Indra Kupferschmid, Martina Flor, Peter Bilak (Typotheque), Alexandra Korolkova (ParaType), with more people to be announced!

The programme is in English and covers traditional drawing and calligraphy techniques, type history, and modern software practices. Attendees will gain knowledge through references and perspectives to help understand the key structure of letterforms. This forms the necessary foundation required in order to create a contemporary typeface design. Participants leave the programme with the specialized skills to help them design professional high quality digital typefaces, lettering and logotypes.

Apply before the 15 March 2016!