I have been listening to allot of MF Doom recently and was inspired. This is a new type design I just finished. The lyrics are from the Madvillain song Figaro.

From start to completion, this radically transformed into a whole new style of unexpected lettering. It was originally going to be rooted in calligraphy/graffiti style. After over 25 sketches and 5 different vector translations I realized I was heading in the wrong direction. I re evaluated and realized that the layouts that were coming out of the writing called for a more simple and vertical style. I developed a strict grid, with the counters and strokes being of the same weight, moving away from the fluid letter forms I have been experimenting with recently. Once the structure was there, it pretty much designed itself. It was a challenge to put imagery with this typography because of its tight and vertical form. I eventually decided to just play off the grid using audio cables to compliemnt the design, and make the letters pop, bringing them to the foreground.

More work can be see at nkeppol.com