Objective:
My book about architecture and alphabetical forms was made in response to a prompt of found typography. How do we recognize and create letterforms out of different objects? I realized that the dynamic lines of buildings would work well and I was intrigued by the idea that found type can be more than one object and on a much bigger scale than something you might hold in your hand. The outcome displays elements of our spoken language being reflected in the lines and shapes of our structures.
The order of the images is alphabetical, and the limited color palette creates a reminiscent or nostalgic feeling. The photography is presented like a camera roll or photo album with an accordion fold.
All photography is my own. These photos were shot in San Marcos, Texas and on campus at Texas State University.
This book was originally made for the ARTC 4316 Book Design class in the 2020 spring semester at Texas State University.
Typeset in Helvetica Neue.
Printed on Ivory color 65lb. tabloid paper by Springhill Digital.
Printed at FedEx in San Marcos, Texas.