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Typography is art.

Typography has become very popular among graphic designers, website designers and artists. Why? Because typography is an effective method of drawing a viewer into a layout, while keeping the design interesting. The power behind typography is the use of fonts, colorful text and twisted punctuation; and the combination of these elements is what makes typography an art. In addition, typography works well across multiple mediums. Examples of typography and can be found on: posters, magazine ads, newspaper ads, and brochures; but this is just the beginning. Other examples of typography can be found on buildings, signs and posters.

I did not design either of these two samples.

Here is an example of typography being used in a poster (visit: bridgerun.com).

Example of typography used in a poster

The next example uses typography in a layout (visit: Skirt! Magazine, march 2009)

Typography Ad

Typography is an art that has no bounds. With twisted puncuation, change in colors and interesting fonts, the combinations are infinate. As typography brings creativily to both graphic designers, website designers and artists, the power of typography to create fun and interesting layouts can also be a great method of holding a views attention.