#12 Total Black by Resistenza
Q1: Where did the idea for the typeface come from? Did you set out to address a specific use or suite of the application? Was this a design you’d had in mind for a while?
Ans: TotalBlack emerged from our vision to create a sans-serif font family defined by striking contrast. Its standout feature lies in dynamically shifting axes, increasing weight for a visually distinct transition from thin to bold. This deliberate style and weight differentiation enhances versatility without targeting a specific use. As a display font family, TotalBlack excels in making a bold statement in headlines, titles, and other prominent design elements. Its unique characteristics ensure attention-grabbing visuals, making it a go-to choice for projects that demand a combination of style and readability.
Q2: What should graphic communicators know about the typeface, or how will the family of fonts help them create better designs?
Ans: TotalBlack font employs its striking high contrast to skillfully emphasize key focal points. When strategically applied, it transforms headlines, calls to action, and focal elements into visually compelling compositions.
The font’s dynamic axis shifts and weight variations introduce elegance and progression to designs, allowing graphic communicators to convey hierarchy and subtle narrative nuances. From delicate thin to bold display, TotalBlack ensures consistency across diverse design needs, empowering communicators to effectively communicate various tones and messages while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic.
This uniformity enables seamless blending of different weights for a polished, professional design. Grasping these features empowers graphic communicators to strategically use TotalBlack, harnessing its versatile toolkit for heightened and effective communication strategies.