OUGD504 - Type In Context - Finalising designs.

As part of the front cover the Coptic stitch binding means that the over must be a folded signature. In the double page it seemed appropriate to give the reader some introduction into the context of Orkney and to some of the inspiring and fascinating things on offer on the islands. These illustrations above shown some of the most iconic things from Orkney. Using the same brush strokes as my type and maps too keep the consistency throughout. These would then formulate an introduction into the book.  

The image above shows the final double page, the illustrations work in the context of the book and give the publication a different and more playful dimension. 

As this is the front pages double-page the back pages double-page is something else to consider. Speaking to my tutor on what could feature there he suggested using it to show of the custom typeface and create a small type specimen. Creating an Orkney specific pangram would allow this page to appeal to both the typographic demographic as well as people connected to Orkney or just visiting. 

Using a puffin and a seal instead of a fox and a dog connects the pangram perfectly to Orkney. The layout of the typography is key as it needed to engage people with interests in typography. The illustration adds to the playful aspect of the book, hopefully making the book more engaging to a younger auidence.