P22 Proudly Announces:
Making Faces: Metal Type in the 21st Century
A new film by Richard Kegler

Making Faces

Introducing a new film by Richard Kegler. 'Making Faces: Metal Type in the 21st Century' is a fascinating design documentary that captures the personality and work process of the late Canadian graphic artist and type designer Jim Rimmer (1931-2010).

In 2008, P22 type foundry commissioned Jim Rimmer to create a new type design, RTF Stern, that became the first-ever simultaneous release of a digital font and hand-set metal font. Rimmer was one of only a few who possessed the skills needed to create a metal font.

This film documents the creation of the Stern typeface from the preliminary sketches through the cutting and casting of a single letter 'k'. The film offers a unique opportunity to share Jim's knowledge, processes and passions with the world.

Go here to watch the trailer and learn more about the film. The region free DVD will be shipping in mid-April, but you can pre-order your personal license copy during the month of March for $19.95 (shipping not included) and save $5.00. Educational license options also available.

Region Free DVD Package includes:

  • 45 minute documentary
  • In depth bonus features on the type making process
  • Newly digitized rare silent film from the 1930s: 'The Creation of a Printing Type from the Design to The Print by Frederic W. Goudy'
  • One actual piece of cast metal type

    To commemorate the release of 'Making Faces', we are offering RTF Stern Pro, for $29.95, a savings of $20. This special is good through March 8th only.

    Best Regards.
    P22 type foundry

    Sherwood Medieval Pack & Pro Font Specials

    Through March 15th, we are offering specials on select fonts from the Sherwood Type Collection of historically based fonts designed by Ted Staunton.

    Click here for the Sherwood Medieval Pack
    Click here to view select Sherwood Pro styles Pro for 25% discount