1. Composition
A form of composition using fonts and letterforms known as ‘Illustrative type’ was developed in the 20th century and is used by contemporary designers such as Matt Lyon and Jonny Wan. It s roots can be seen in Celtic Patterns, illuminated medieval manuscripts and Islamic texts.
Study appropriate sources and produce an ‘illustrative type’ composition to promote a talk radio station. This could take a variety of forms such as a banner, a flyer or images for inclusion on the station’s website.

2. Illustrative type - roots
Celtic Patterns

3. Illustrative type - roots
Illuminated manuscripts and lettering

4. Illustrative type - roots
Islamic Lettering

5. Matt Lyon
Matt Lyon is a UK-based graphic artist. His inspirations are varied, ranging from folk art, fine art and illustration. Current work explores line, colour, pattern and shape... often using reoccurring motifs, and themes.

6. Matt Lyon

7. Matt Lyon

8. Matt Lyon

9. Matt Lyon

10. Matt Lyon

11. Matt Lyon

12. Jonny Wan
Jonny Wan is an English illustrator and graphic designer specialising in design and illustration working across all fields of the creative spectrum including design, advertising, fashion and product design amongst others.

13. Jonny Wan

14. Jonny Wan

15. Other Artists – Craig Ward

16. Other Artists – Craig Ward
Words are Pictures

17. Other Artists – Jonathan Caplan

18. Other Artists – Tim Botts

19. Other Artists – Tim Botts

20. Other Artists – Tim Botts