It's the end

The type sessions have really taught me a lot. I've always loved playing around with words, and I know I will always have an interest in this area.

I've learnt so much in the few hours we've had with Graham; the anatomy of type, hierarchy, the use of colour, ways in which type can be presented to suit certain people or things, and how to handle big blocks of text.

I feel comfortable using the skills I have learnt and putting them into practise for any work I may be doing. I'm in constant thought of what type skills I can use next!

Anyway, Graham's lovingly given us an Easter task to finish with for the type module.

We've been asked to design a layout for both an academic and casual magazine, using type and imagery which has been foldered in the wonderful college network.

I've been browsing the internet to see what I can find in the way of an academic magazine layout.

From what I can see and from what I know about academics, is that they have a professional look about them.

Columns are kept to a minimum of two and have very simple layouts.

They look formal and to the point. There's no messing around with fancy designs.