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They Made the Shift
Under the guiding hand of instructor Julie Spivey, a hand-picked team of students from University of Georgia helped design and prepare this year’s conference identity. SOTA would like to take this opportunity to thank Blake Helman, Kory Gabriel, Allison Elizabeth Treen, Mary Rabun, Elizabeth Minch, and Kaitlyn O’Connor for their enthusiasm and work on this...
The Third Ward Photowalk
Missed out on the Hamilton? Passing on the workshops? Why not join us Wednesday morning for a photowalk through Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward — and discover some of the architectural and typographic gems strewn about Brew Town. This casual walk will be hosted by local designer (and impromptu tour guide) Brian Artka and TypeCon regular Grant...
Type Crit Rules!
As mentioned in our previous post, the exceedingly popular Type Crit will be back in Milwaukee, celebrating its eleventh year of laying down the typographic smack. This year’s cast of critics — John Downer, Akira Kobayashi, and Roger Black — would like to fill you in on a few of the guidelines for participation. Sign-up...
Early Registration Pricing Extended Through July 7th
TypeCon already gives you a lot of bang for your typographic buck, but we wanted to give you one last chance to save. We’re pleased to announce that early registration pricing for TypeCon2012 has been extended through Saturday, July 7th. While you’re registering for the main conference, don’t forget to take a peek at the...
Donate Your Typographic Treasures to SOTA’s Silent Auction
The Society of Typographic Aficionados will once again be holding its annual silent auction during TypeCon2012 — raising funds for their various educational and community activities. We are looking for any typographic trinkets, knickknacks, bibelots, ornaments, baubles, objet d’art, collector’s items, rarities, curiosities, oddities, kickshaws, or tchotchkes that you’re ready to part with. Donating them...
TypeGallery2012: Call for Submissions
Show off your new faces at TypeCon! Submissions are now being accepted for inclusion in TypeGallery2012, the annual unjuried showcase of new typeface design presented by the Society of Typographic Aficionados. Typefaces that have been created, published, or significantly updated between June 2011 and July 2012 will be accepted. Both traditional type specimens and designs...
Want to Volunteer at TypeCon?
An event like TypeCon simply couldn’t function without a bevy of highly-capable, enthusiastic volunteers — and this year’s conference is no exception. TypeCon2012 will be held at the InterContinental Milwaukee from Tuesday, July 31st to Sunday, August 5th. We are currently looking for mature, energetic, and hard working students and professionals to help with registration,...
Today’s Special: An Exhibition of Works by John Downer
Hanson Dodge Creative (HDC) and the American Institute of Graphic Arts are pleased to present “Today’s Special: John Downer” — an exhibition of grocery special banners, hand-lettered by John Downer. These unique paper signs were originally created for Jack’s Country Store in Ocean Park, Washington. Each sign measures 2 feet by 3 feet and will...
The Type Crit is Back!
The exceedingly popular Type Crit will be back in Milwaukee, celebrating its eleventh year of laying down the typographic smack. Returning critics John Downer and Akira Kobayashi will be joined by the preternaturally entertaining Roger Black. Once again, these masters of typographic analysis and elucidation will provide gentle, constructive criticism to designers submitting their individual...
Sumner Stone to Present During Education Forum
We are pleased to announce that type designer and educator Sumner Stone has been added to the already stellar line up participating in this year’s Type & Design Education Forum. Sumner will be presenting Type Design Pedagogy: Blending Practice, Theory, and History — describing his integrated approach to teaching simultaneous subjects. Be sure to check...
Registration Now Open!
It’s time to get your Milwaukee on! We’re happy to announce that registration for this year’s conference is now open. Take advantage of early bird pricing by registering by June 30th. You can save even more on registration by joining the Society of Typographic Aficionados or renewing your SOTA membership. See the registration page for...
Keynote Presentation: Christian Helms
Along with our friends at AIGA Wisconsin, we are very excited to announce that creative powerhouse Christian Helms will be presenting this year’s keynote address. Keep your eyes peeled on the special events schedule for details regarding this evening presentation. Christian owns and operates Helms Workshop, a design and brand development studio in Austin, Texas....
