Drawing Faces

The “Drawing Faces” project challenges students to deepen their understanding of a chosen typeface by redrawing a provided phrase without tracing. This exercise encourages students to notice and appreciate the subtle nuances in letterforms, aiding in both legibility and stylistic choices. 

Directions

Typeface Selection

• 1. 1. Each student selects a typeface for the project.
  2. 2. You will be provided a printout of a phrase in the chosen typeface for reference.

Redrawing Exercise

1. 1. Redraw the provided phrase without tracing.
2. 2. Add guide lines indicating the baseline, x-height, and cap height for better understanding of type anatomy.

Observations Journal

1. 1. Throughout the week, keep observations notes
2. Document at least five interesting nuances you discover about the chosen typeface during the redrawing exercise.

Preparation for Presentation

1. Select the most compelling nuances for your presentation.
2. 2. Remember to present with clear and concise communication.

Class Discussion

1. 1. We will have a class discussion allowing for questions and sharing of additional insights or observations.

Deliverables

• • You will submit a photograph of your monogram letters.
  • • Take the photo at 1:1 and add some creativity to it.
  • • Think about how the photograph is styled.
  • • Think about what’s in the background.
  • • Are you holding it, or is it a flat lay?
• • Name your files: LASTNAME-FIRSTNAME-ASSIGNMENT.JPG
• • Submit your photos in the assigned folder.