We have beautiful machines that are limited in their creativity. So it is our responsibility each to compensate by using those machines creatively.
That is the message of typographer and designer David Carson.
His philosophy was realized as he cofounded Raygun Magazine publishing between 1992 and 2000. You could argue it was inspired by punk i-D Magazine, operating from 1980 to 2012 when it was acquired by Vice.
Carson utilized eroded fonts and innovative vertical and horizontal spacing, even kerning on curves. Since he has worked in design for monoliths needing a refresh.
He speaks tonight as part of Design Week Portland www.designweekportland.com. There are plenty of events on that website that are cool. Unfortunately this event is fully subscribed.
David Carson at Design Week Portland presented by W+K. AV by E*Rock. At W+K www.wk.com 224 NW 13th Map 6:30PM $5 advance, $10 door
