The René Mambembé 'Helvetica, My Hero' Collection is Qu
Vivian Lau — August 20, 2012 — Pop Culture
References: behance.net & idealog.co.nz
Graphic designer René Mambembé created a revamped army of superheroes in a collection called 'Helvetica, My Hero.'
Move over Justice League, the Helvetica Heroes are here to save the day. Featuring superheroes spanning from A - Z, they are all styled within the border of the traditional yet simple Helvetica font. Some notable mentions of the gang include Batman, Spiderman and Superman of course, but so are Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Terminator, iconic heroes that are never at the forefront of our minds.
There have been many a font-interpretation of superheroes (check out Superhero-Inspired Fonts) capitalizing off the Avengers craze lately, and though they might be more elaborate and detailed, there are few other collections that feature a roster this comprehensive!
Move over Justice League, the Helvetica Heroes are here to save the day. Featuring superheroes spanning from A - Z, they are all styled within the border of the traditional yet simple Helvetica font. Some notable mentions of the gang include Batman, Spiderman and Superman of course, but so are Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Terminator, iconic heroes that are never at the forefront of our minds.
There have been many a font-interpretation of superheroes (check out Superhero-Inspired Fonts) capitalizing off the Avengers craze lately, and though they might be more elaborate and detailed, there are few other collections that feature a roster this comprehensive!
Trend Themes
1. Revamped Superheroes - The trend of revamping traditional superheroes in unique and creative ways presents opportunities for innovative storytelling and merchandise.
2. Typography in Design - The trend of incorporating typography into design, such as using the Helvetica font to represent superheroes, opens up possibilities for visually striking and memorable creations.
3. Comprehensive Collections - The trend of creating comprehensive collections of iconic characters, like the Helvetica Heroes, allows for opportunities in marketing and merchandising to cater to fans who want a complete set of their favorite heroes.
Industry Implications
1. Graphic Design - In the graphic design industry, there is potential to explore new ways of depicting superheroes through typography and innovative visual styles.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can leverage revamped superheroes to create new storylines, films, and merchandise that appeal to a wide audience.
3. Merchandising - The merchandising industry can capitalize on comprehensive superhero collections by producing a variety of products, such as action figures, clothing, and collectible cards.
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