I’ve been invited to exhibit original work in this year’s My Type of Town: The Annual Chicago Exhibition of Typographic Excellence. I’m honored and excited to take part in the event, which will be held in the beautiful Co-Prosperity Sphere, an experimental cultural center just outside of the city.

I have a few ideas making their rounds through my sketch pads, but I think I’ve decided to focus on ornamental vowels for my contribution. Here is a page of very preliminary sketches to give you an idea.

First obstacle I’ve encountered: I would really like to screen print my work for the show, but I am new to Chicago and although I have the supplies, I’m lacking the facilities. I have about a month to figure this out, so if anyone knows of a small shop in the area, I would be very grateful!

I plan to post progress along the way, and I welcome any feedback!