Perhaps someone has thought about the existence of braille fonts before, but until Deon Staffelbach actually created a series of them, it was probably a fleeting thought many never seriously entertained. And that's pretty depressing. Just because the blind can't appreciate the art of typography visually doesn't mean it can't exist on some level for them.
With that in mind, the Portland-based designer created a series of braille fonts that utilize familiar shapes that reimagine the basic dots the visually impaired language is comprised of. From hearts to stars and other shapes, the braille fonts are simple yet clever. It will be interesting to see how visually impaired individuals react to this new design direction.
Beautiful Braille Fonts
Deon Staffelbach Focuses on Bringing the Art of Typography to the Blind
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Typography - Designing typography accessible to visually impaired individuals via alternative shapes.
2. Non-visual Art - Creating art for the visually impaired through non-visual means.
3. Multi-sensory Design - Developing designs that are accessible and stimulating to all senses including touch and sound.
Industry Implications
1. Typography - Incorporating alternative shapes and multi-sensory elements to typography to create inclusive designs that are accessible to visually impaired individuals.
2. Art - Exploring new mediums and techniques to create non-visual art experiences that can be enjoyed by visually impaired individuals.
3. Technology - Developing tech solutions that aid in creating multi-sensory experiences for the visually impaired community in the arts, retail, and other industries.