Monotype's week-long exhibition in East London opens today and promises visitors an unprecedented insight into the work of Britain's most revered typographer, Eric Gill.
Typophiles and enthusiasts alike should head to a new exhibition on the type designs of Eric Gill at the Truman Brewery in East London. Hosted by Monotype on the occasion of its new Gill Series of typefaces, it promises a rare glimpse of material from the Monotype Archive, as well as from the private collections of its partners, which include Penguin Books, Ditchling Museum and The Letterform Archive. On show will be extensive documentation of the type designer's Gill Sans typeface, including drawings, test prints and some of the original copper plates. During the exhibition, there will also be a series of interactive installations and workshops to add to the typographic fun.
The exhibition opens on Wednesday 4 November, but take note that it only runs until Tuesday 10 November. Entry is free, but visitors need to register here.
On the evening of Friday 6 November there's also a chance to hear Phil Baines, David Pearson, Claire Mason, Sallie Morris and Terrance Weinzierl presenting their personal perspectives on the man and his work in Me and Mr. Gill, which promises to be a fascinating discussion. And, if that isn't enough to whet your appetite, there will also be a selection of type-inspired microbrews courtesy of exhibition partner The Five Points Brewing Company, which will no doubt help visitors appreciate Gill’s much-loved type designs even more.
The evening event is also free, but if you'd like to attend you'll need to register here.
The Eric Gill Series
4–10 November 2015
The Truman Brewery, London E1 6QL