Shantell Sans: A variable typeface blending readability with experimental animation styles
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Summary
Shantell Sans is a new variable typeface created by artist Shantell Martin that offers multiple adjustable axes including Weight, Italic, Informality, and Bounce. The font ranges from readable everyday styles to experimental, high-energy designs suited for animation. The article tells the story behind the font's inspiration and creation, beginning with Martin's personal relationship with words dating back to elementary school spelling tests.
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One of my first relationships with words was back in elementary school. We did spelling tests every week. Since I never passed them, I had to sit in detention.
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