I designed my own written language for the final for a Graphic Design class. It was a lot of fun, making up words with no meaning and establishing rules for grammar that don’t need to be enforced. I got a lot out of the project so I thought I would share it with you. Here are some designery words from the syllabus outlining the assignment:

Project 3: Modular System of Forms

• Use a grid as a design and production tool
• Generate varied forms from the same grid
• Design forms that are distinct yet visually related
• Resolve formal and aesthetic issues through experimentation
• Practice hand and/or computer skills

My language is comprised of nine characters and the style reminds me of those cool symbols that the predator has on his arm computer. A student in my class pointed out today that they look like constellations.

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