Artefact 2 – Evaluation

I believe my second artefact was an improvement on the first. This was reflected in the feedback I gained from Shaun, who expressed the same sort of feelings towards the font that I had. That my second font was much more attractive/readable than the first.

I believe that my second font was an improvement as it was much more applicable to a wider range of uses. This was something Shaun also expressed, as the rounded nature meant that the font was more aesthetically viable for public use. There are improvements that I can make however. For example, learning how to properly kern my font as well as not mixing sans-serif with serif, which was also feedback given to me.

The process was effectively the same as my first font, however I was aware I didn't have to outline my final sketches in great detail, or outline them in black ink (as to stand out when scanned in).

It's not what I completely expected, although the general feel of what I was trying to achieve is there. A rounded and wide font. I will have to re-design some of the letters as at smaller sizes it appears as though some characters are a different height, when in reality they are exactly the same. The font works, although lacks some characters such as numerals and punctuation.

While the process was lengthy, it is the only process that is viable (as far as I'm aware). However, this isn't a significant problem as the majority of time spent on my first font was dramatically reduced for my second because I knew the process.

In conclusion, I think my font still needs work, but it is slowly taking shape through my own development.