In multimedia and making it work we look at Text. It’s history and why fonts matter. History of Typography Fonts Matter video watch
Here is a brief video on the history of typography. The presenter is from Yukon College, and is speaking at a local TedX event.
Moreover, watch the discussion at the end.
This post has been updated.
Video is presented by Ben Barrett-Forrest at TEDxWhitehorse.
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At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
This typography overview explores the factors that make font legible. Orginally produced in 2011 – still has a relevant message.