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Micro Typography
with Samantha Troy
Learn — or revisit — the principles of sound typographic practice.
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The text block serves as the foundation of any typographic layout, across both print and digital media. How do you select the right typeface and scale? What criteria guide line length and line spacing? And how do readability and visual hierarchy influence how a reader comprehends text?
This workshop investigates the core mechanics and overarching strategies of typography for lengthy texts, from individual letterforms to full-page compositions. We'll start by analyzing how type size, leading, line length, ragging, and text alignment interact. After reviewing classic page layout principles, participants will apply continuous text to single- and multi-column grid layouts.
Designed as a two-day intensive, this session is ideal for anyone looking to sharpen their ability to craft harmonious, well-proportioned body text. Participants should have basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
Diversity and Equity Scholarship
Diversity and Equity are important to all of us at Letterform Archive, and we are committed to increasing opportunities for underrepresented groups within the type and design communities.
We are offering one BIPOC/Equity scholarship seat in this workshop.
To apply for this scholarship, please complete and submit to us the short form linked here at least a week prior to the start of the workshop.
Samantha Troy
Samantha Troy is a design educator and the co-founder of Design des Troy, a boutique graphic design, branding, and web design studio based in Oakland, California. With over a decade of experience teaching typography and design, Samantha is dedicated to cultivating creativity and technical excellence in her students. Her career spans both professional practice and academia, allowing her to bring real-world insight into the classroom. At Design des Troy, she partners with a diverse range of clients, from startups to established businesses, helping them develop compelling brand identities and memorable digital experiences. Samantha is especially enthusiastic about typography, and she delights in sharing her type-nerdiness with the next generation of designers. Her approach to teaching emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and fostering a genuine love for the craft of design.
