Jan Week 3 → Side Quest
Three Centuries of Graphic Industry &
Expo // Typefaces
(Industrie Museum Gent)
Text directly from https://www.industriemuseum.be/en
Three Centuries of Graphic Industry
The printing department of the Museum of Industry takes you back to the print shops of days gone by. Expect a whirlwind trip through three centuries of graphic industry, from 1750 to the present day. Fascinating photographs, cleverly rendered printed matter, decorative lettering and imposing printing presses give you a sense of the (r)evolutions in graphics over the past few centuries. Instead of a typical timeline full of historic milestones, you can look forward to an interactive exhibition brought to life with countless stories.
Expo // Typefaces
Letters are everywhere, from newspaper headlines to road signs. From cheerful posters that shout for your attention to formal letters in your mailbox. Bold strokes, curvy lines or sharp edges: the type of letter reinforces the message. Typography often goes unnoticed, yet it is a unique art form combining skill and creativity. That's already an excellent reason for the Museum of Industry to dedicate an exhibition to the subject.
These days, letters are made digitally, however, right up until the late 20th century, physical letters were made for printing. Wooden poster letters are the most eye-catching and expressive letters of all. The TypeFaces exhibition recreates the spirit of a printing workshop and shares the exciting history of wooden letters since the 19th century. Unique poster letters and historical printed matter, an interactive atelier and contemporary projects give you the opportunity to discover the strength and versatility of typography.