TE Lecture Series | Drawing Vietnamese Diacritics with Thy Hà

Drawing Vietnamese Diacritics with Thy Hà Join us for a series of insightful conversations exploring the challenges of language support, diacritic design, and the role of type design in language revitalization. Our guests will share their experiences designing for diverse languages and scripts, offering both practical insights and critical perspectives In this session we’ll be speaking with Thy Hà about Drawing Vietnamese Diacritics, one of the most complex diacritic systems in the Latin script. We’ll explore the nuances of designing Vietnamese diacritics, from structural considerations to ensuring clarity and legibility across different type styles. We'll also dive into broader questions: How do diacritics shape the reading experience? What are common design pitfalls? And how can type designers better support Vietnamese language? Whether you're a type designer, linguist, or just curious about the intersection of language and typography, this session will offer valuable insights into the delicate balance of form, function, and cultural identity in type design. Visit our website and sign up for our newsletter for more information about upcoming classes and events: 🔗 https://www.typeelectives.com/