Baskerville
type specimen
to design a type specimen booklet for a given typeface, creating layouts and designs that both honor the typeface itself and complement its characteristics.
The typeface assigned to me was Baskerville.
The challenge
Skills used
typography / publication design
Prof. Peter Wong
SCAD Atlanta
Mentor
Fall 2022
Completed
Baskerville
Designed in 1754 by its namesake John Baskerville, Baskerville is most known for its crisp edges and high contrast. It is known primary for being a shining example of a transitional typeface, forming the bridge between more classic typefaces like Caslon and high-contrast, modern typefaces like Didot and Bodoni.
This type specimen seeks to display the beauty and elegance of Baskerville, providing insight into its history, characteristics, and usage.
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