Flaxman Type Revival

This project marks the beginning of a revival of Flaxman, a wood typeface designed in 1967 by Edward Wright. The only known copy exists at the Camberwell Letterpress Studio, where it has become an important part of the college's history, as well as a significant example of Wright’s contribution to graphic design. Over the years, the typeface has been central to numerous projects and workshops. Bringing together research and type design, this project aims to preserve the history of Edward Wright’s work while making Flaxman more accessible through the development of two digital styles, Inked and Shopworn, alongside a series of printed type specimens. Feel free to take a postcard!