Autumn is here but this little guy was determined to make the most of the last of the summer sun this morning.
I finally have been able to start tidying up the blog. There is still a bit of work to do, so please excuse any images in the wrong place or layout issues while I finish the re-design!
In The News:
Disney Movies Anywhere: Disney introduces a new app which will allow users to link up their itunes account and ‘…allow consumers to buy a Disney, Marvel or Pixar movie once and watch it on any web-ready TV, mobile device or computer.’.
Apps and Resources:
Glyphs Mini: The Affordable font editor
I’ve always wanted to try making my own fonts, but investing in a very expensive full-featured editor seemed almost impossible. However as I just want to learn the basics Glyphs Mini may be just what I need.
Features Include:
- Simple and straight-forward user interface
- Edit glyphs in a word context
- Advanced vector tools: Fit Curve, Open Corners, Reconnect Nodes, Nudge and many more handy features built-in
- Live components, anchors and metric syncing
- Extensive script and language support
- Smart OpenType features
- Import of OTF and TTF
- Drag-and-drop import of SVG pictures
- Export of OTF and PHF (PhotoFont)
Out and About on Wellington Streets March 2014 – Vivian St Mural
