Following my experimentation with the offset path tool, I have decided to go back to basics and use my original sketches. I prefer these because they have a hand-crafted element which I feel gives my typeface character and personality. I used the ‘image trace’ tool to vectorize my scanned image, and then I began playing around with the letters.
I like the idea of having the counters removed as I feel this really does emphasise the idea of ‘plumpness’, but I do feel like this is perhaps a bit too abstract and slightly affecting legibility. Once I had added the counters back in, I instantly felt that this had a better clarity and readability.
I then began playing around with the outline and inner fill. I removed the outline around all the letters, which made the type slightly thinner. Whilst I like this effect, I do feel like it is taking away from the main idea of having the letters thick and chunky, so I decided this wasn’t the way forward. I also tried this in reverse and removed the inner fill, leaving just the outline. I quite like this particular effect as it adds another dimension to the letters and creates a more lightweight, breathable version.
Another thing I experimented with is adding an extra layer behind the original font. This created a 3D style effect and made the letters very bold and striking. Whilst I think this looks effective and engaging, I personally feel this particular style is a bit too much for the aesthetic I want and it isn’t as
appropriate as some of the other designs.
Overall, I think my favourite variation is the original scanned image without any other adjustments. I feel this is the typeface that portrays my chosen word the best, and has the most 'plump' qualities.
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