Brief 3 - Vector development

Once I finished and refined the sketches, I wanted to translate these designs into vector format to ultimately create a keyable typeface. This process was more difficult than I anticipated but enjoyed seeing it come together. I used photographs as reference and reinterpreted the grid I created. I initially began with a rough outline using the pen tool which I then refined to ensure a fluid and consistent line width (with variations in certain areas).

I used the grid I based my sketches on to ensure the letterforms appeared balanced, consistent and ultimately worked together as a set. For the lowercase c, I created a simple oval (which subsequently created the 'o') with a consistent line width and then bisected the shape at a 45 degree angle based on my sketches.

I thought it was reasonable to duplicate certain aspects of a letterform to create another. The 'n' for example can create the 'h' simply through an extended ascender. I reduced the line width towards the main stem of the letterform to create a fluid appearance. 

I was initially unsure as to whether to use a double or single storey g. After looking at several reference material, I decided to go with the double storey. The design based on my sketches appeared too narrow in comparison with other letterforms so I expanded the bottom half to ensure a wider appearance.