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Transformation of letters
Thorough knowledge of form is essential to finding a visual Letters and numbers offer many possibilities for creative
Letters
connection between two letters. Close analysis often interpretation; with small changes, a letterform transforms
reveals contact points that are not apparent by cursory into an interesting new sign. The design of a typographic
examination. For example, letters with slanted and symbol starts with this type of exploration.
curvilinear intersecting strokes such as A, R, or W are
more inspiring and a better source for discovery
and development than simple letters like O, I, and L.
An ornate letterform does not necessarily yield more interest-
ing forms. In experimenting with a serif typeface, new
forms are obscured by sometimes fussy microaesthetic
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