In Search of Poiesis

The work represents contemporary form of calligraphy, never attempted before with Gujarati script. This extensive repertoire illustrates how stereotypical typographically-composed texts from poetry are transformed and detached to present a pictorial representation of form. This adds an extended, personalized level of meaning to the expression by methodology: considerations regarding text content, rhythm and depth of language, graphic contrast and coordination of color and grey values.

Ferrofluid Letters 2024

This year’s unofficial 36 days of type were again a nice reason to come up with a set of characters and try a new technique. I am using magnets on a triangular grid to manipulate ferrofluid, a magnetic liquid that reacts depending on size, distance and polarity of the magnets. Before I actually used the ferrofluid, I sketched my characters on a triangular grid and created a rough preview on Photoshop. In reality, there are different kinds of structures that made me chose this unusual medium.

WF Node

WF Node is a experimental mono-line, semi-monospace typeface. The anchor points of the construction are used as a stylistic elements. The structure of the letters is turned outwards. The nodes are adaptable in the axis large to small and square to round.

Untitled

These images are created using physical photographic processes. Through a photographic enlarger, transparent packaging is projected onto light sensitive paper, which then goes through all the chemical processing. No computers are used in this process. All the images are “monotypes” since they are not made from negatives.

Untilted

These images are created using physical photographic processes. Through a photographic enlarger, transparent packaging is projected onto light sensitive paper, which then goes through all the chemical processing. No computers are used in this process. All the images are “monotypes” since they are not made from negatives.

Untitled

These images are created using physical photographic processes. Through a photographic enlarger, transparent packaging is projected onto light sensitive paper, which then goes through all the chemical processing. No computers are used in this process. All the images are “monotypes” since they are not made from negatives.

Median

Median is a contemporary typeface that features elements from before the historical differentiation into two alphabets. It embodies an intermediate form, neither uppercase nor lowercase, neither majuscule nor minuscule, neither fish nor flesh, neither man nor woman. Visual references of Median may lie in history (around the 8th century AD); however, the final form exists independently as a reaction to the zeitgeist. This design challenges our binary thinking by blending the boundaries between.

AKAAR

AKAAR is a typeface combining the worldof the Latin letter and the Devanagari alphabet, rooted in the Indian art of the Warlis tribe, the geometry of the characters evokes both the simple formsof their paintings and the rigor of the West.

This unicase uses the iconic head bar, characteristic of Devanagari, in its ligatures. Each letter is closer to one universe than the other, creating a harmonious, balanced and unique whole.

Fragments of Type

This project started in 2022, after watching too much sci fi in lockdown and thoughts about what letters would look like in a parallel world. Using a Wacom pen, the letter C was made by mark making and utilising fragments of the curved letter. This idea of fragments and mark making was taken further to create the whole alphabet. Exploring fragments and marks can lead to an innovative typographic design and a deeper understanding of letterform construction.

Chopin

This poster is dedicated to jazz and features a playful vector font. The light and dynamic typeface reflects the free spirit and energy of jazz music, conveying its improvisational nature and emotional richness. Each letter dances like jazz notes, creating a lively and captivating visual composition.

Chopin

The shimmering font reflects the grandeur and sophistication of Chopin’s music, reminding us of his remarkable contribution to the world of classical music. Each letter gleams like notes played on a piano, creating an unforgettable visual composition.

Grave

This poster showcases the delicacy and transparency of a watercolor font, capturing the lightness and elegance of classical music. The semi-transparent letters seem to dissolve into the air, creating a sense of fluidity and harmony. Each word flows like a musical melody, drawing the viewer into an atmosphere of art and beauty.

Not Enough

This poster is part of my personal project. It’s about how the time passes away, it’s unpredictable and for the creatives is particular hard to manage. Worked over this idea to create a layout that express how time works in my personal experience.

New Shapes

This poster is part of my personal project is about the creative process of looking for new shapes to express, communicate. I’ve worked on a layout that illustrates this process, with is not lineal, it’s kinda messy in a way and unexpected.

we came to play

This work is part of an ongoing project which aims to be presented in the future as an independent self-publication.

Considering the graffiti background of the artist and his path in the field of visual communication, this work is a way of direct expression and stress release after work.

Quick naive lines compose words and under the sounds of music, soothe the mind and wrist from the pressure of daily routine.