So happy to hear that! Go for it!! If you struggle with a specific task, there is the possibility to send in questions for Q&A 😉. Btw, I love your handle 🏃♂️😅
Thanks for the family safe laughs and super educational design content! My wife and I homeschool our 5 year old and I'm a Jr. UX designer. As I watch your content, I bring her alongside me to learn about higher level design techniques. 👍👍
Awesome! The norm with font pairing on every site never really convinced me. This will be a nice addition to my toolbox, it will indeed affect the way I perceive font pairings. Good stuf.
Came here from your graphic design is fun podcast episode. Had a laugh watching, and love the matrix system, finally fonts make a bit more sense. Thanks!
14:31 Came for the explication of the font matrixes, stayed for the humor, including through to the end for the behind-the-scenes making of the Matrix spoof. *Interested in fonts since early introduction to publishing. Have wanted to design fonts, and this also points the way for that. 🎉
Happy you enjoyed it, Voracity! Go for it and design your first font! There is great material out there, Alanna Munro does live streams on twitch doing type design. Soon I’ll drop a video where I interview her, that might interest you.
@@PimpmyType And thank you for the excellent content (and for bearing with my poor German grammar 😅) I’ll also send along a site for your review shortly. Stay tuned! 😃
I was having problems with choosing a font for my project, finding your channel was indeed salvation. This video was very helpful and answered all my question in a span of 15 minutes while longer vidoes couldn't make it in 30 minutes and more (they had more water in them then the bathtub full of water and spoilt milk!). Subscribed. Absolutely will share your channel to anyone experiencing font related troubles.
@@PimpmyType The thing is, the information most of the videos give can be concluded in one sentence: "you just have to naturally be able to pair fonts, that's all". That wasn't good enough answer for me, so I decided to dig deeper. I'm a natural born artist, I know how to combine shapes, but I've never thought to look at fonts the way I look at other things. Before I found your channel I never considered the difference between the lines, weights and spacing. Most of the channels just give you general information but no base to work with. How am I supposed to pair fonts if, let's say, I'm not an artist and I've just started my journey? Yes, now I know there are open and closed typefaces, but that knowledge doesn't solve my problem of not being able to pair fonts. Your channel, on the other hand, and the information you give are based on a solid foundation which you also share. I swear to everything I have, enthusiasts like you are the reason this world still exists and I'm not exaggerating. You are the reason why I look at my projects and feel good about my font choices. You are the reason why I feel more confident while pairing fonts because you gave me the understanding of how it works. You are the reason why I stay away from Open Sans. Excuse my ranting, I should probably stop. I'll end up by saying two things: 1) if you seek you find; 2) this channel and your work deserve more recognition. Have a good day, stay safe and know that your work makes more impact than you probably think. Never change, continue teaching, you're very entertaining and intelligent, and always keep in mind that there are people out there who greatly appreciate your work.
Very helpful. I've been in typography for a long time, but still thought font pairing was more subjective. This gives a great basis for pairing and breaking rules where it makes sense.
I'm so glad I stumbled upon your website and then discovered your YT channel! This is what I needed for the longest time! I feel like cheating my clients over the years for not knowing typography, and your content is exactly what I needed! One question, at 6:45, why the "o" the "Megatypos" is considered diagonal stress, because it looks vertical stress to me.
This is a great video! I love how you turn this complex idea into simple steps. Constructing the matrix step by step makes it really easy to understand. Thanks. 🙏
Thank you! Well, you do not always need to strive for contrast. If you want a similar typeface regarding the form model, then you can choose each row. Also the middle one. Hope that makes sense.
Work sans is a great typeface, a bit overused though. It needs quite some space, but it will work for headings and body text. A cool alternative that is a bit simpler could be the free font Plus Jakarta Sans: pmty.pe/plus-jakarta-sans/. Hope this helps you!
I'm having trouble identifying differentiating characteristics between the Dynamic and Rational Linear Serif examples used in the Matrix from the video. I see the double vs single storied ‘g’ and the lower part of the bowl of the ‘p’ but that's about it. Even the difference in apertures is not huge. Basically I don't see much of a diagonal stress in the Dynamic Linear Serif.
You’re right, it’s not that easy to spot. The angle is very, very subtle. The apertures are more of a hint here. The more open they are, the more you can assume it’s dynamic when looking at e or a. The more closed they are, the more rational it might be. Hope that helps a bit?
ery interesting approach. One question though. At 6:45 you denote diagonal stress on the 'o' in Megatypos, but I fail to grasp that one. I could understand it in a font like Cooper Black where the o is slanted backwards, or in the EB Garamond image at 7:44 with the variation in stroke thickness, but maybe I'm misunderstanding or missing something?
Sorry for the decade not responding, Tom 😳. At 6:45 it is suuuuper subtle and very little obvious. But you got it exactly right. It is how you described it with Cooper Black or Garamond.
This video definitely seems promising, but I’m five minutes in and you’re only now beginning to explain the new concept that I clicked to see. After a three minute intro, you had another intro. I think you could benefit from cutting this down.
I cannot even begin to describe how awesome this is
You clearly took that red pill 😉
I came here to post this. Incredible work @Pimpmytype :D
you’re truly a gifted educator
shout out to indra as well!
Thank you, Erick! 🤩🤩 Too kind ☺️
That is such a help, thank you. I have always struggled with mixing typefaces. This will make it easier.
So happy to hear that! Go for it!! If you struggle with a specific task, there is the possibility to send in questions for Q&A 😉. Btw, I love your handle 🏃♂️😅
Thanks for the family safe laughs and super educational design content!
My wife and I homeschool our 5 year old and I'm a Jr. UX designer. As I watch your content, I bring her alongside me to learn about higher level design techniques. 👍👍
Wow, Eric! That’s impressive. Hope it pushes you and your projects forward 🚀🤘. And kudos to you two regarding the homeschooling.
Awesome! The norm with font pairing on every site never really convinced me. This will be a nice addition to my toolbox, it will indeed affect the way I perceive font pairings. Good stuf.
So happy to hear that, Cristóbal! That is what I exactly intended for.
Bro, you’re a god damn legend in these streets. Great videos, hope you’re well
Came here from your graphic design is fun podcast episode. Had a laugh watching, and love the matrix system, finally fonts make a bit more sense. Thanks!
Woohoo, jebjosh! Happy you came from that wonderful podcast! 🤩🤩
Excellent video, Oliver! You keep raising the bar on how to educate about fonts from a designer's perspective.
Also, that Matrix clip 👌
Oh, thank you! Edu+tainment is always my prefered combo 😉
14:31 Came for the explication of the font matrixes, stayed for the humor, including through to the end for the behind-the-scenes making of the Matrix spoof.
*Interested in fonts since early introduction to publishing. Have wanted to design fonts, and this also points the way for that. 🎉
Happy you enjoyed it, Voracity! Go for it and design your first font! There is great material out there, Alanna Munro does live streams on twitch doing type design. Soon I’ll drop a video where I interview her, that might interest you.
@@PimpmyType You're right, it would interest me!
How does this channel not have more followers?! Diese Channel ist wirklich gut!
Oh, thank you, John!
@@PimpmyType And thank you for the excellent content (and for bearing with my poor German grammar 😅)
I’ll also send along a site for your review shortly. Stay tuned! 😃
I was having problems with choosing a font for my project, finding your channel was indeed salvation. This video was very helpful and answered all my question in a span of 15 minutes while longer vidoes couldn't make it in 30 minutes and more (they had more water in them then the bathtub full of water and spoilt milk!). Subscribed. Absolutely will share your channel to anyone experiencing font related troubles.
This is the best comment ever! “More water in them than the bathtub …” 🤣! I’m very glad I could help!
@@PimpmyType The thing is, the information most of the videos give can be concluded in one sentence: "you just have to naturally be able to pair fonts, that's all". That wasn't good enough answer for me, so I decided to dig deeper. I'm a natural born artist, I know how to combine shapes, but I've never thought to look at fonts the way I look at other things. Before I found your channel I never considered the difference between the lines, weights and spacing. Most of the channels just give you general information but no base to work with. How am I supposed to pair fonts if, let's say, I'm not an artist and I've just started my journey? Yes, now I know there are open and closed typefaces, but that knowledge doesn't solve my problem of not being able to pair fonts. Your channel, on the other hand, and the information you give are based on a solid foundation which you also share. I swear to everything I have, enthusiasts like you are the reason this world still exists and I'm not exaggerating. You are the reason why I look at my projects and feel good about my font choices. You are the reason why I feel more confident while pairing fonts because you gave me the understanding of how it works. You are the reason why I stay away from Open Sans.
Excuse my ranting, I should probably stop. I'll end up by saying two things:
1) if you seek you find;
2) this channel and your work deserve more recognition.
Have a good day, stay safe and know that your work makes more impact than you probably think. Never change, continue teaching, you're very entertaining and intelligent, and always keep in mind that there are people out there who greatly appreciate your work.
Very helpful. I've been in typography for a long time, but still thought font pairing was more subjective. This gives a great basis for pairing and breaking rules where it makes sense.
Thanks for sharing this with me! Happy to hear that. I had the same feeling in the last 15 years before stepping into THE MATRIX 😎 😅
This is so helpful! Since I discovered your channel I'm watching every single video and I am loving all of them!
Woohoo! Happy to hear that, my friend. What helped you most?
@@PimpmyType this font matrix saved my life
I'm so glad I stumbled upon your website and then discovered your YT channel! This is what I needed for the longest time! I feel like cheating my clients over the years for not knowing typography, and your content is exactly what I needed!
One question, at 6:45, why the "o" the "Megatypos" is considered diagonal stress, because it looks vertical stress to me.
Oooo you are my type hero brother, that was helpful video thanks
Wooohooo! 😄😄 Happy you enjoyed it! There will be a livestream next week, would love to see you there: pmty.pe/bold-headlines/
This is a great video! I love how you turn this complex idea into simple steps. Constructing the matrix step by step makes it really easy to understand. Thanks. 🙏
Glad you liked it, Lukas! 🤩
thank you for this video!!
Of course 🤩
Such an excellent content! Appreciate it!
Thank you, Gingy! I’m curious, how did you find it helpful?
A fantastic and dynamic(pun intended!) way to educate people about pairing! I'm saving this already for further reference!
Thank you, Carla! 🤩🤩
Great quality content. Question: if you're supposed to have contrast, when do you use the center column (rational)?
Thank you! Well, you do not always need to strive for contrast. If you want a similar typeface regarding the form model, then you can choose each row. Also the middle one. Hope that makes sense.
Great video, very well done. You put an order in chaos.
Glad you enjoyed it, Alexandros 🤩
What Mr think about Work Sans for body and headings? Or is good font for heading (Work Sans still is in body)?
Cheers!
Work sans is a great typeface, a bit overused though. It needs quite some space, but it will work for headings and body text. A cool alternative that is a bit simpler could be the free font Plus Jakarta Sans: pmty.pe/plus-jakarta-sans/. Hope this helps you!
Thanks, bro
You just solved the problem I have been having
Of course, Emmanuel! What problem was it?
I'm having trouble identifying differentiating characteristics between the Dynamic and Rational Linear Serif examples used in the Matrix from the video.
I see the double vs single storied ‘g’ and the lower part of the bowl of the ‘p’ but that's about it. Even the difference in apertures is not huge.
Basically I don't see much of a diagonal stress in the Dynamic Linear Serif.
You’re right, it’s not that easy to spot. The angle is very, very subtle. The apertures are more of a hint here. The more open they are, the more you can assume it’s dynamic when looking at e or a. The more closed they are, the more rational it might be. Hope that helps a bit?
Now we just need a repository of fonts that is actually searchable by this method.
Haha, yeah, not every font will fit in there. However, I added font pairing recommendations based on that on fontfriday.com ☺️
Gimme that blue pill in comic sans 😅 Thank you for sharing this, very cool stuff : )
YES! You saw it 🤩 Very impressed, Doğa!
ery interesting approach. One question though. At 6:45 you denote diagonal stress on the 'o' in Megatypos, but I fail to grasp that one. I could understand it in a font like Cooper Black where the o is slanted backwards, or in the EB Garamond image at 7:44 with the variation in stroke thickness, but maybe I'm misunderstanding or missing something?
Sorry for the decade not responding, Tom 😳. At 6:45 it is suuuuper subtle and very little obvious. But you got it exactly right. It is how you described it with Cooper Black or Garamond.
Megagut!
Danke, Sebastian 😍😍!
The audio of the video is so low. Even with all in max is dificult to hear.
Thanks for the feedback! I did not experience that, however, I’ll have an eye on it for future videos.
This video definitely seems promising, but I’m five minutes in and you’re only now beginning to explain the new concept that I clicked to see. After a three minute intro, you had another intro. I think you could benefit from cutting this down.
Thanks a lot, Emily, for taking the time to share your feedback with me. My newer videos are more cutting to the chase 😉.
Good to hear. 😊@@PimpmyType
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