Type Brigade is Vancouver’s typography meetup, and its 52nd edition will take place on September 20, 2024, as part of the Design Vancouver Festival.
The event will be held at the BCIT Downtown Campus:
- Doors open at 6:30 PM
- Talks begin at 7:00 PM
Guests are kindly reminded that anyone they wish to bring must register individually through the Meetup group.
Speakers
Rachael Ashe – Getting Inspired by 36 Days of Type
rachaelashe.com
@rachael_ashe
Rachael Ashe is a photographer-turned-multidisciplinary artist, self-taught in the intricate art of paper-cutting and sculpting. Her work includes hand-cut artwork, mixed media collage, and paper installations. Drawing from the intersection of art, craft, and design, Rachael credits her past role as a photographer at the Textile Museum of Canada, along with her deep exposure to handcrafted textiles, as a continuing influence on her work with paper.
She will be sharing insights about her participation in 36 Days of Type in 2022, discussing her unique approach to the project and how it has inspired her ongoing exploration of patterns.
John Lennig – 61 Years Behind The Brush
bigtopsignarts.com
@bigtopsignarts
John Lennig began his journey in the early 1960s, mastering letter styles, layouts, and brushwork while attending the Showcard and Sign Painting course at San Diego City College. After relocating to Canada in the mid-60s, John worked as a Sign Maker, primarily using brushes, later transitioning to Vinyl as it became the dominant sign-making technology in the late 1980s.
In 2000, John sold his shop and joined The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) as a Sign Writer, creating hand-painted signs for movies and TV shows. In 2013, due to an autoimmune disease, he transitioned from full-time work to taking on select projects, including sign painting jobs and workshops across the Lower Mainland, where he introduces others to the world of Sign Writing.
Call for Speakers
Type Brigade’s Call for Speakers for 2025 is now open. If you’re interested in speaking, this is your opportunity to get involved.
Sponsors and Partners
BCIT
A big thank you to BCIT for hosting this event at their Downtown Campus.
bcit.ca
Mitchell Press
Gratitude to Mitchell Press for producing the event’s print materials. If you’re in need of premium-quality commercial printing, check them out.
mitchellpress.com
Kenneth Ormandy
kennethormandy.com
Alanna Munro Type Foundry
alannamunro.com
Interested in sponsoring or partnering with Type Brigade? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here: typebrigade.com/sponsors
Accessibility Information
The event will be held on the 2nd floor of BCIT’s Downtown Campus, which is wheelchair accessible via an elevator from the main floor. If there are any other accessibility needs or considerations, please reach out to: alanna@typebrigade.com
Code of ConductType Brigade is committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and professional atmosphere at their meetups. This is ensured through their attendee, organizer, and speaker Code of Conduct.
