Blackpool Type Walk

Occasional Papers

A tour of hidden typographic gems in Blackpool

Blackpool

Sarah Horn, designer and author of the book En-Suites Available, and Justin Burns, lecturer and researcher of British seaside typography, lead an inspiring walk around the hidden typographic gems of Blackpool.Starting at the Comedy Carpet, this fun tour leads from the promenade onto the adjacent streets and deep into the city. It showcases a selection of favourite signs from Horn's critically acclaimed book, alongside insights, and historical references by Burns.-----Sarah Horn is a graphic designer at Studio.Build. Type-enthusiast, amateur photographer and collector of Blackpool ephemera. Author of typographic book En-Suites Available.Justin Burns is Head of Art &amp; Design, at Leeds School of Arts, Leeds Beckett University. Justin’s research explores how lettering, typography and the discipline of graphic design contribute to the development and experience of British seaside resorts.- - - Order a copy of En-Suites Available here: <a href="https://occasionalpapers.org/product/en-suites-available/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://occasionalpapers.org/product/en-suites-available/</a>Have a look on the recent articles here: https://www.creativeboom.com/news/brighter-later/?p=a4bbahttps://www.blackpoolsocial.club/34633-ensuites-available-fancy-fonts-on-the-seafront/

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