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Burgues Script by Mike Frank
Every once in a while a typeface makes you step back and appreciate the letter forms from the words they spell.
Argentinean type designer Alejandro Paul was recently recognized by the Type Director's Club for the superior craftsmanship of his Burgues Script. With its extensive set of glyphs, the script takes on an organic sense of fluidity normally found only in hand drawn lettering. The flourishes intermingle with the letters to create a dynamic composition that is energetic and playful yet elegant.
While we love this typeface, I think this guy might love it more.
It's available for $100 at Veer.
This entry posted on 07 April 2008 at
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