In a previous post, I talked about working with typography in Adobe products like Illustrator and InDesign. However, you are not limited to using just the fonts found on Adobe Cloud or online. Through Illustrator, the possibilities are endless to alter existing fonts or create entirely new fonts.
First, open a new file in Illustrator. Select the “Text” tool and draw a bounding box.
Select a base font that contains the style or movement that your design will simulate and adjust the font size accordingly.
Make sure you select the text box and then select the Type tab > Create Outlines. This action will create anchor points around each letter.
Using the Direct Selection tool, move the anchor points accordingly. Using the pen, shape, and other tools, add elements to your design.
Although Adobe Cloud and online sources can be abundant, the only limitation to creatively designed fonts is your imagination.
