Harriet Richardson and F37 Collaborate on a Unique Typeface
Performance artist and writer Harriet Richardson joined forces with type foundry F37 to create a distinctive typeface, F37 Harriet, which incorporates elements from her personal diary entries.
The project is described as "part archival, part performance" and features an 'auto-yearn' feature. The collaboration began when F37 reached out to Harriet via her Instagram account, where she shared short videos of herself journaling.
- The initial ideas for the typeface included fonts inspired by protest placards.
- Another concept involved stitching together the alphabet from 100 people's love letters.
- Letterforms drawn from the curves of Harriet's body were also considered.
The collaboration was a chance for Harriet to explore a new creative field and challenge corporate gloss.
Author's summary: Harriet Richardson collaborates with F37 on a unique typeface inspired by her diary entries.