What will be covered?

• Introduction: what are variable fonts, how does it work, what are the possibilities?
• Glyphs app: how to create a letter, how to make it variable?
• Creation: design one or more characters in Glyphs
• Implementation: export to variable font file, set up CSS and HTML page
• Playing: test and refine the variable font

What skills do I need?

You know how to draw in a vector based program like Illustrator, Figma, Affinity Design or Inkscape. Nice to have but not necessary: basic knowledge of html, css and Javascript.

What hardware/software do I need?

• A Macbook(Pro)
• A vector drawing program as mentioned above
• If possible: a pre-installed version or free trial of Glyphs App
• Something for making a lot of notes.

For Who?

The workshop is open to everyone interested in typeface design and technology.
There is a maximum of 30 participants.

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