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Course Description

In this course, you’ll gain an understanding of typography for the printed page. From letterforms to words to lines of type, you’ll explore typography at both micro and macro levels. Topics include typeface classification, typographic terminology, organization, hierarchy, legibility, readability, principles of spacing, typographic contrast and grid systems. Weekly exercises will include the setting and formatting of typography for single- and multi-page layouts.

You’ll need to bring a laptop to class each week and have access to Adobe InDesign. You’ll also be expected to print out your work and bring it to class for weekly critiques.

Prerequisites

Students must be an adult age 18 or older to participate.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Studio
Days
M
Time
6:45PM to 9:45PM
Dates
Nov 03, 2025 to Dec 08, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $575.00 Click here to get more information
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 24, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 29, 2025 to Oct 30, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Nov 03, 2025 to Dec 08, 2025
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies, equipment, and/or books. For most classes, the cost is under $125 (estimate). A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class. 

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store.

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