A typical drawing process scene when I am creating my fonts looks like this. When I have in mind a certain vague idea of what a character should express I am looking for some images that underline that kind of expression. I am convinced of the subconscious power of images. Keeping them opened beside my own creations helps them grow.

In this particular case it is a font called Memoir (here the italic companion) which should gather aspects of a classic fashion font in Didot style, yet, have something very special on its own.

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Credits:
Paolo Roversi | Photography