We practice typography. It is that simple. Really. It is no accident that most typographers are crusty curmudgeons past their prime. Try fussing and squinting at original 6pt Copperplate or a computer all day for countless years. Important decisions on kerning those lining numerals at the bottom of your client’s fine print takes a toll on your life.
Good typography takes a lot of effort. We can help do this work for you. If you need the creation of more traditional printed pieces, consulting on technology or some instructional tutoring, we can help. Send us a message and let us know what we can do with you. Until then, read on!
Jason W. Howell, MFA: Senior Art Director
Jason W. Howell received his MFA from the University of Oklahoma in 2001. He has taught design and typography at Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma and Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He currently serves as a Professor of Graphic Design and the Director of the Institute of Design, Experience and Art (IDEA) at Oral Roberts University. You can read his entire academic CV if you really need to know all the technical details. He also has an artist résumé.
It is said that Jason shaves with a squeegee and names his pets after typefaces. In reality, he is most likely reading a design theory book, or remembering how to run his letterpress. When not printing old school, he is creating layouts for prints, learning to make channel letters with a 3D printer and a CNC or critiquing with his students on any number of subjects. Practice makes perfect, or as close as you can get.
Jason currently teaches graphic, typography, motion and web design. He is a current and/or former member of College Art Association, as well as the American Center for Design (now UCDA), and AIGA, the professional association of design.
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