Lou Medel was inspired by the splotchy and splattered lettering technique of Ralph Steadman. He created a typeface and time-lapse video that shows his process. Lou write, "In March of 2013, the original pieces, and video, where part of the TYPEFORCE 4 Show in Chicago. I recently produced a screen printed poster that features all 26 characters. You can purchase the finished poster on my Etsy Shop."

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type tuesday: splattered letters by Lou Medel

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