the visual exploration of typography
Julia's practise is informed by the collection of vintage wood type. Some work explores typography and meaning through the printed word and the more abstract pieces explore the printed letterforms and the spaces that surround them, giving the vintage alphabets a contemporary language and a new life without the distraction of meaning. Julia has been commissioned to produce surface designs, logo designs and poster designs for a variety of international brands.
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a warm welcome to
artists, designers & creatives
If you would like to commission Julia to create bespoke artworks or designs or if you would like to visit and explore the visual possibilities of the collection, please get in touch.
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julia humfress
After her career as a graphic designer and art director working for luxury brands Julia Humfress set up the Wood Words Letterpress Studio which houses a collection of antique wood type and vintage printing presses. Inspired by the collection she works with clients, organisations and fellow creatives on a variety of typographic commissions that bring this beautiful analogue process into contemporary design and print.
Her extensive digital design knowledge and printmaking talents make the wood words studio an exciting space for creativity, collaborations & commissions
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a space for creativity & collaboration
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