Magnet Lettering
Ever since we did our illustrated letter assignment, I've been super interested in all the different ways that type can be produced other than a simple hand drawn letter. I love all the different ideas that are out there, and when I came across this one, I loved it because of the effect that it creates in the type. The type is really clean, but at the same time, it's messy, which I think makes it look different and achieves a feel that I believe can be difficult to create. The type is made from magnets that were cut out and then glued to a paper. Another paper was put over them and then iron shavings were sprinkled over the top until the letters formed. Its cool to watch something form from what seems to be nothing - but that's technically how all type is created I guess. Sometimes using the smallest and sometimes most insignificant things can allow you to produce something magnificent.
i love this. what a creative and unique way to display something written. i used to do this as a kid with strong magnets and sand from the beach. there are tons of shavings in the sand and they stick all over the magnets. i love children's activities made into adult projects.
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