Geotype Submission

The Geotype project charts the rich history of lettering and type forms that have established the identity of cities and towns around the world. Explore the map

How does this letter-form communicate its location?

The ghosting on this wall suggests the origins of where the wall art/graffiti seen throughout the city centre began, constrasting starkly with the more corporate street sign. The distorted letters give a glimpse into an untold past. This was the only sign such as this that I could find in the area. Typography of the present is much louder, and more prevalent. Treatment of the letters seems telling of colour limitations - the range of fonts, and their placement over-compensate to make the message stand out, unlike newer messages on street walls where bright colours help to achieve this.

Location

16 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5AF, UK