It follows that there is a “right” position for every shape on every occasion. In either case the line can be so placed to achieve the best effect but the placing and its overall effect will probably be quite different in each case. The same line has a totally different effect in a large or small area of white space. Here begins true design, the shaping of the graphic form.Įvery shape exists only in relation to the space around it. A line need not be full out to the left but may be moved a little or a lot to the right. The sizes and weights of type used depend first and foremost on the contents, but almost always we have scope to choose a larger or smaller size or to alter the graphic appearance of some of the lines.

As type today stands by itself, without the addition of ornament, we have become more sensitive to it not only as words and lines, but as part of the design of a page. The right placing of words and lines is as important as the creation of significant and effective contrasts, and is an integral part of it. To clearly set this version apart from the original Matrix, and to avoid conflict with previous versions, its name was changed to Matrix II.įor more information about Matrix II, download the free type specimen.Īll typography is an arrangement of elements in two dimensions. Seven new fonts were also added to the family: a Semi Narrow, Semi Wide, Semi Tall, Inline Italic, and 3 weights of Italic–a less flamboyant version of Matrix Script. The design of the lower case g was revisited and an alternate single story version was designed and added to the OpenType version. The cross stroke on the f was simplified on most weights. The width of various characters was adjusted and regularized. The contrast between thick and thin strokes was decreased in some instances, and overshoots were corrected. With the hood open, so to speak, Licko used the opportunity to make subtle changes and to fine tune many of the existing characters which were designed some 20 years ago. The redesign, which started in January 2007, was initiated by the need to create an OpenType version of Matrix. Matrix II is a complete reworking of the original Matrix type family which was designed by Zuzana Licko in 1986. Vista Sans Narrow Slab Printed Version PDF.Nine Literary Types Printed Version PDF.Mrs Eaves & Mrs Eaves XL Printed Version PDF.

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