Here is a brief overview of typography history and classifications in Western civilization. Each font has a place in history and has a reason for its creation. As civilization and our technology continue to progress, so does our use of typography and how we perceive its usefulness. Typography has always been closely tied to technology. As technology changes and evolves, so does our typography.

Class Discussions

Ask Yourself
What emerging technology will affect typography most? Globalization of the internet? Space travel? Virtual reality?

An interesting thought to ponder
We rely so much on video and audio to communicate in today’s world; how does this influence our need for typography?

A Brief History of Type and Type Classifications