Faculty of Design
Graphic Design
Lucy Chen
Penguin Typeface
Graphic Design
2023
Penguin is a display typeface inspired by—yes, you guessed it—penguins! Its wedge-shaped slab serifs resemble penguin feet, and the hook-shaped serifs imitate their beaks, adding visual interest with a slight overshoot.Penguin is a reverse contrast typeface, featuring the thickest stroke on the horizontal axis rather than the vertical axis. This design choice creates a steeper oblique stress angle, contributing to the typeface's funky yet legible appearance.
Work by
Lucy Chen
Graphic Design
“Hi! I'm Lucy, a Chinese Canadian Graphic Designer based in Toronto (and online), with a versatile skill set covering branding, illustration, motion graphics, and UI/UX. I believe that great design...” [More]
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