Periodic Table of Typefaces

This table lists 100 of the most popular, influential and notorious typefaces today. In the style of all the thousands of 'Periodic Table of Elements' posters hanging in schools and homes around the world.

Most people will be aware of the use of the original table, therefore this wouldn't mean much had there not already been a table that is as well known as it is.

Found on the Behance Network.

Typography: Le Vide Papier

'Le vide papier' which translates to 'the empty paper'.

Although it's in French, I find this an interesting concept to get the user to interact with the design, enabling them to take the type away using the transparent sheet, seems rather pointless yet I like it.

It could also be easily used for various other applications.

Printing: Old Computer Stock Paper

If this was printed on ordinary paper without the perforated holes that were found on the sides of old computer stock paper, this wouldn't be as appealing.

Although in some area's writing overlaps images, this just adds to it's fascination. It reminds me of some sort of research page, a much interesting way to present it none the less.

Typography Examples

Some good uses of type used in many different styles, from the most common uses and irregular uses. The examples can be found here.

Inspiration: Jason Munn

Extremely simple yet effective illustrations by Jason Munn. His website The Small Stakes, contains many examples of his work, which all keep their own originality and simplicity that makes his work inspiring.

Talk: Shepard Fairey

''I really like the idea of trying to get people to question things''
-Shepard Fairey

Interesting talk by Shepard Fairey, tells us about some of the many ways he stumbled upon the Obey idea.

Inspiration: Invisible Creature

A wide spectrum of styles and themes by Invisible Creature still manage to fit their house style. Merging of different elements, colours and textures all add fine detail to the designs.

Their work can be seen in the 'Selected Work' category on their website.