Post pobrano z: 50+ Insane Comic-Book Style Photoshop Effects and Cartoon Filters

Comic books and graphic novels combine two things every designer aspires to meld: real meaning and pure, unadulterated eye candy. Here we introduce 30 of the best ever tuts on using Photoshop to create stunning comic-book style art, along with 20 insane comic-book style effects.

However, if you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from the assortment of creative options on Envato Elements, such as Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions.

20 Photoshop Tutorials From Envato Tuts+

Let’s begin with tutorials from none other than our amazing instructors here at Envato Tuts+. From photo manipulations to fun comic text effects, dive into these incredible tutorials to learn more about comic and cartoon art.

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Text Effects
  Quick Tip: Create a Gold Cartoon Text Effect in Photoshop Using Layer Styles
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Pixel Art
  How to Create a Pixel Art Portrait in Adobe Photoshop
  René Alejandro Hernández

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Quick Sketch Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Rose

• 
  Photoshop Actions
  How to Create a Sketch Effect Action in Adobe Photoshop
  Marko Kožokar

• 
  Photo Effects
  Photoshop in 60 Seconds: How to Create an Easy Sketch Effect With Actions
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw, Ink and Colour a Cartoon Car in Adobe Photoshop
  James Butler

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Create a Pastel Painted Landscape in Adobe Photoshop
  Yulia Sokolova

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create a Dark Batman Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Jenny Le

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create an Apocalypse-Inspired Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Photo Effects
  How to Turn a Photo Into Comic Book Art in Adobe Photoshop
  John Negoita

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Comic-Book Ink Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic Character: Making a Character Sheet in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Create Speech Bubbles and Comic Effects in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic: How to Plan and Lay Out Your Comic
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Draw & Paint a Beautiful Mermaid in Adobe Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Rainbow Text Effect in Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Disney Animals
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Anime Heads and Faces
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw Cartoon Eyes
  Daisy Ein

20 Top Tutorials From the Web

The next tutorials hail from all over the web. Learn how to create interesting comic effects and more, using only Adobe Photoshop.

Give Your Photos a Retro Comic Book Effect

How to Draw Comics in Adobe Photoshop

Create a Graphic Novel Effect

Turn Photos of People into Line Art

Create Pop Art Inspired by Lichtenstein

Learn How to Color Line Art

Advanced Cell Shading in Adobe Photoshop

Popular Comic Art Tutorial

From Sketch to Vector Illustration

Comic Book Style Graphic Design

Creating a Graphic Novel Look in Photoshop

Creating a Comic Book Effect

Comic Effect Tutorial

Vector Comic Tutorial for Photoshop

Create a Comic Style Digital Painting

Kids Make Comics#1: Simple Shapes make Super Characters!

Cartoon Character Design for Beginners

How to Draw Batman

Photoshop Tutorial: Cartoon Effect

How To Cartoon Yourself

12 Comic Style Text Effects

Now for the goodies! Included in this selection are 10 amazing comic-book style Text Effects and Layer Styles taken from GraphicRiver and Envato Elements. Download these awesome assets to get access to these incredible effects.

Comic Book Text Styles

This awesome package comes complete with 8 different comic book style text effects. Apply them easily to your headlines and titles and customize them easily using the fully editable layers.

Medieval Photoshop Text Effects

Create amazing Photoshop text effects inspired by medieval times. This epic text effect pack includes 12 individual Photoshop files with everything you need to get started. Just use the text tool in Photoshop to edit this effect.

Cartoon and Comic Book Text Styles

If you can’t get enough of some of your favorite cartoon classics, then you’re sure to love these amazing Photoshop styles. Included in this package are 10 amazingly different styles perfect for your next comic book and so much more!

Cartoon and Comic Book Photoshop Styles

Pow, wham, and bam your way to the top with these fun Photoshop styles! Designed after that classic comic book look, download this file to get access to six uniquely different comic book text effects.

Cartoon Text Effects

Create impressive designs with these gorgeous 3D Photoshop text effects. Inspired by the wonderful charm of old-school cartoons, these text effects are perfect for logos, titles, and so much more!

Blockbuster Heroes Style Text Effects

Who doesn’t love a great bundle? Spend your money the smart way with these high-impact Photoshop text effects. They’re designed after blockbuster movies and amazing video game effects, and you’ll definitely want to check out what you can create with these wonderful assets.

Photoshop Text Effect: Cinematic 3D Actions

Or grab up this next pack of incredible cinematic 3D Photoshop actions. Included in this download are 48 different combinations of hyper realistic effects. Enjoy phenomenal 3D results inspired by natural earth textures.

80 Photoshop Text Effects Bundle

Need a great text effects bundle? This premium level Photoshop pack includes 80 magnificent layer styles that are super easy to use. The layers styles are 100% scalable and just take one click to use. Add it to your collection!

Comic Book Text Styles

If you’re looking for that classic comic book look, then you’ll love these vintage text styles. This package features 11 unique text effects, and even includes vector splashes, speech bubbles, and explosions!

Vintage Comic Creator

If the allure of retro design is more your style, check out this awesome vintage comic creator. Not only does this package include all the elements you need to create a classic design, but it also includes additional layer styles you can apply to text and more!

The Retro Comic Book Tool Kit

Roll up your sleeves and dive into everything comic-related with this amazing comic book tool kit. Among some of the incredible goodies in this package, you’ll also find a bonus set of layer styles to amp up your text effects and bring your designs to a whole new level!

Retro Vintage Text Effect

Vintage text effects are jam-packed with charming design. And you can get access to this incredible package by downloading this wonderful set of 10 different Photoshop text effects. All backgrounds are included as well as links to free font downloads.

11 Comic Style Photoshop Actions & Cartoon Filters

Last but not least, let’s throw some incredible Photoshop actions into the mix as well. You’ll find everything from Sin City-inspired effects to amazing cel shading. Try out these actions curated from Envato Elements and Envato Market.

Cartoon and Comic-Book Effect Action

Instantly turn your photos into a cool comic book with this awesome Photoshop action. This action can work with any size image and includes a help file along with the download for more helpful information.

ComicBook iT – Comic Book Image Converting Action

Convert your original photos into a creative cartoon style with this fun Photoshop action. Included in this package are four unique Photoshop actions with a full user guide and easy-to-follow instructions.

Comic Book Action

Download and load this amazing Photoshop action to give your photos or artwork that fun comic book look! This action includes many different styles to choose from and is best if completed in RGB Mode before converting to CMYK.

Pop Art Photoshop Action

Get a beautiful pop art painting effect with this next Photoshop action. 100% editable, these files include 32 color presets with 12 halftone patterns. Auto align your work for the perfect result and use it for posters or other graphics.

Pro Paint Action Set

This next professional paint set includes Photoshop actions that will help turn your portraits into art. Create wonderful paintings, drawings and cartoons in just a few moments. Get four non-destructive Photoshop actions that are 100% customizable.

All Charles Brown’s Colored Pencil Drawing Bundle

Transform your photos into a work of art with this fun pencil drawing Photoshop action. This bundle features ten Photoshop actions at a new, remarkably low price. Get access to effects like the image below and so much more!

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

If you don’t have the time to learn the technique of cel shading, consider giving this Photoshop action a try! With this Photoshop action, you simply drag a photo onto your document and play the action for a cool cel shading effect.

Comics Book Photoshop Creator

Have you ever wanted your own comic book? Well, now you can have it with this amazingly awesome Photoshop action. Perfect for Photoshop beginners, this package includes one incredible Photoshop action, along with 20 vector speech bubbles and 7 vector comic sound effects.

Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions

Looking for that professional retouched look? Download this awesome set of painting and comic-inspired Photoshop actions to transform your photos into a work of art. This set includes 12 professional Photoshop actions as well as fully detailed instructions.

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

Cell shading is not limited to the drawing elite! You can achieve the same awesome cell shaded look just by downloading this Photoshop action. Simply open up your photo, play the action, and enjoy your new impressive design!

Strokes Photoshop Action

Turn your photos into insane works of art with this stroke-based Photoshop action. It’s creatively designed to fit the look of traditional art, so you can upgrade your photography with a new creative look that is sure to impress any viewer.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from our assortment of creative assets on GraphicRiver. There are a number of comic book effects to choose from, such as The Comic Effect, Comic Book Action, Retro Comic Book, and so much more!

And if you need a more hands-on approach to your designs, enlist the help of the amazing design professionals at Envato Studio, to help you with all your creative needs.

Post pobrano z: 50+ Insane Comic-Book Style Photoshop Effects and Cartoon Filters

Comic books and graphic novels combine two things every designer aspires to meld: real meaning and pure, unadulterated eye candy. Here we introduce 30 of the best ever tuts on using Photoshop to create stunning comic-book style art, along with 20 insane comic-book style effects.

However, if you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from the assortment of creative options on Envato Elements, such as Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions.

20 Photoshop Tutorials From Envato Tuts+

Let’s begin with tutorials from none other than our amazing instructors here at Envato Tuts+. From photo manipulations to fun comic text effects, dive into these incredible tutorials to learn more about comic and cartoon art.

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Text Effects
  Quick Tip: Create a Gold Cartoon Text Effect in Photoshop Using Layer Styles
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Pixel Art
  How to Create a Pixel Art Portrait in Adobe Photoshop
  René Alejandro Hernández

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Quick Sketch Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Rose

• 
  Photoshop Actions
  How to Create a Sketch Effect Action in Adobe Photoshop
  Marko Kožokar

• 
  Photo Effects
  Photoshop in 60 Seconds: How to Create an Easy Sketch Effect With Actions
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw, Ink and Colour a Cartoon Car in Adobe Photoshop
  James Butler

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Create a Pastel Painted Landscape in Adobe Photoshop
  Yulia Sokolova

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create a Dark Batman Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Jenny Le

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create an Apocalypse-Inspired Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Photo Effects
  How to Turn a Photo Into Comic Book Art in Adobe Photoshop
  John Negoita

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Comic-Book Ink Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic Character: Making a Character Sheet in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Create Speech Bubbles and Comic Effects in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic: How to Plan and Lay Out Your Comic
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Draw & Paint a Beautiful Mermaid in Adobe Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Rainbow Text Effect in Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Disney Animals
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Anime Heads and Faces
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw Cartoon Eyes
  Daisy Ein

20 Top Tutorials From the Web

The next tutorials hail from all over the web. Learn how to create interesting comic effects and more, using only Adobe Photoshop.

Give Your Photos a Retro Comic Book Effect

How to Draw Comics in Adobe Photoshop

Create a Graphic Novel Effect

Turn Photos of People into Line Art

Create Pop Art Inspired by Lichtenstein

Learn How to Color Line Art

Advanced Cell Shading in Adobe Photoshop

Popular Comic Art Tutorial

From Sketch to Vector Illustration

Comic Book Style Graphic Design

Creating a Graphic Novel Look in Photoshop

Creating a Comic Book Effect

Comic Effect Tutorial

Vector Comic Tutorial for Photoshop

Create a Comic Style Digital Painting

Kids Make Comics#1: Simple Shapes make Super Characters!

Cartoon Character Design for Beginners

How to Draw Batman

Photoshop Tutorial: Cartoon Effect

How To Cartoon Yourself

12 Comic Style Text Effects

Now for the goodies! Included in this selection are 10 amazing comic-book style Text Effects and Layer Styles taken from GraphicRiver and Envato Elements. Download these awesome assets to get access to these incredible effects.

Comic Book Text Styles

This awesome package comes complete with 8 different comic book style text effects. Apply them easily to your headlines and titles and customize them easily using the fully editable layers.

Medieval Photoshop Text Effects

Create amazing Photoshop text effects inspired by medieval times. This epic text effect pack includes 12 individual Photoshop files with everything you need to get started. Just use the text tool in Photoshop to edit this effect.

Cartoon and Comic Book Text Styles

If you can’t get enough of some of your favorite cartoon classics, then you’re sure to love these amazing Photoshop styles. Included in this package are 10 amazingly different styles perfect for your next comic book and so much more!

Cartoon and Comic Book Photoshop Styles

Pow, wham, and bam your way to the top with these fun Photoshop styles! Designed after that classic comic book look, download this file to get access to six uniquely different comic book text effects.

Cartoon Text Effects

Create impressive designs with these gorgeous 3D Photoshop text effects. Inspired by the wonderful charm of old-school cartoons, these text effects are perfect for logos, titles, and so much more!

Blockbuster Heroes Style Text Effects

Who doesn’t love a great bundle? Spend your money the smart way with these high-impact Photoshop text effects. They’re designed after blockbuster movies and amazing video game effects, and you’ll definitely want to check out what you can create with these wonderful assets.

Photoshop Text Effect: Cinematic 3D Actions

Or grab up this next pack of incredible cinematic 3D Photoshop actions. Included in this download are 48 different combinations of hyper realistic effects. Enjoy phenomenal 3D results inspired by natural earth textures.

80 Photoshop Text Effects Bundle

Need a great text effects bundle? This premium level Photoshop pack includes 80 magnificent layer styles that are super easy to use. The layers styles are 100% scalable and just take one click to use. Add it to your collection!

Comic Book Text Styles

If you’re looking for that classic comic book look, then you’ll love these vintage text styles. This package features 11 unique text effects, and even includes vector splashes, speech bubbles, and explosions!

Vintage Comic Creator

If the allure of retro design is more your style, check out this awesome vintage comic creator. Not only does this package include all the elements you need to create a classic design, but it also includes additional layer styles you can apply to text and more!

The Retro Comic Book Tool Kit

Roll up your sleeves and dive into everything comic-related with this amazing comic book tool kit. Among some of the incredible goodies in this package, you’ll also find a bonus set of layer styles to amp up your text effects and bring your designs to a whole new level!

Retro Vintage Text Effect

Vintage text effects are jam-packed with charming design. And you can get access to this incredible package by downloading this wonderful set of 10 different Photoshop text effects. All backgrounds are included as well as links to free font downloads.

11 Comic Style Photoshop Actions & Cartoon Filters

Last but not least, let’s throw some incredible Photoshop actions into the mix as well. You’ll find everything from Sin City-inspired effects to amazing cel shading. Try out these actions curated from Envato Elements and Envato Market.

Cartoon and Comic-Book Effect Action

Instantly turn your photos into a cool comic book with this awesome Photoshop action. This action can work with any size image and includes a help file along with the download for more helpful information.

ComicBook iT – Comic Book Image Converting Action

Convert your original photos into a creative cartoon style with this fun Photoshop action. Included in this package are four unique Photoshop actions with a full user guide and easy-to-follow instructions.

Comic Book Action

Download and load this amazing Photoshop action to give your photos or artwork that fun comic book look! This action includes many different styles to choose from and is best if completed in RGB Mode before converting to CMYK.

Pop Art Photoshop Action

Get a beautiful pop art painting effect with this next Photoshop action. 100% editable, these files include 32 color presets with 12 halftone patterns. Auto align your work for the perfect result and use it for posters or other graphics.

Pro Paint Action Set

This next professional paint set includes Photoshop actions that will help turn your portraits into art. Create wonderful paintings, drawings and cartoons in just a few moments. Get four non-destructive Photoshop actions that are 100% customizable.

All Charles Brown’s Colored Pencil Drawing Bundle

Transform your photos into a work of art with this fun pencil drawing Photoshop action. This bundle features ten Photoshop actions at a new, remarkably low price. Get access to effects like the image below and so much more!

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

If you don’t have the time to learn the technique of cel shading, consider giving this Photoshop action a try! With this Photoshop action, you simply drag a photo onto your document and play the action for a cool cel shading effect.

Comics Book Photoshop Creator

Have you ever wanted your own comic book? Well, now you can have it with this amazingly awesome Photoshop action. Perfect for Photoshop beginners, this package includes one incredible Photoshop action, along with 20 vector speech bubbles and 7 vector comic sound effects.

Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions

Looking for that professional retouched look? Download this awesome set of painting and comic-inspired Photoshop actions to transform your photos into a work of art. This set includes 12 professional Photoshop actions as well as fully detailed instructions.

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

Cell shading is not limited to the drawing elite! You can achieve the same awesome cell shaded look just by downloading this Photoshop action. Simply open up your photo, play the action, and enjoy your new impressive design!

Strokes Photoshop Action

Turn your photos into insane works of art with this stroke-based Photoshop action. It’s creatively designed to fit the look of traditional art, so you can upgrade your photography with a new creative look that is sure to impress any viewer.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from our assortment of creative assets on GraphicRiver. There are a number of comic book effects to choose from, such as The Comic Effect, Comic Book Action, Retro Comic Book, and so much more!

And if you need a more hands-on approach to your designs, enlist the help of the amazing design professionals at Envato Studio, to help you with all your creative needs.

Post pobrano z: 50+ Insane Comic-Book Style Photoshop Effects and Cartoon Filters

Comic books and graphic novels combine two things every designer aspires to meld: real meaning and pure, unadulterated eye candy. Here we introduce 30 of the best ever tuts on using Photoshop to create stunning comic-book style art, along with 20 insane comic-book style effects.

However, if you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from the assortment of creative options on Envato Elements, such as Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions.

20 Photoshop Tutorials From Envato Tuts+

Let’s begin with tutorials from none other than our amazing instructors here at Envato Tuts+. From photo manipulations to fun comic text effects, dive into these incredible tutorials to learn more about comic and cartoon art.

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Text Effects
  Quick Tip: Create a Gold Cartoon Text Effect in Photoshop Using Layer Styles
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Pixel Art
  How to Create a Pixel Art Portrait in Adobe Photoshop
  René Alejandro Hernández

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Quick Sketch Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Rose

• 
  Photoshop Actions
  How to Create a Sketch Effect Action in Adobe Photoshop
  Marko Kožokar

• 
  Photo Effects
  Photoshop in 60 Seconds: How to Create an Easy Sketch Effect With Actions
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw, Ink and Colour a Cartoon Car in Adobe Photoshop
  James Butler

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Create a Pastel Painted Landscape in Adobe Photoshop
  Yulia Sokolova

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create a Dark Batman Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Jenny Le

• 
  Fan Art
  How to Create an Apocalypse-Inspired Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Photo Effects
  How to Turn a Photo Into Comic Book Art in Adobe Photoshop
  John Negoita

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Comic-Book Ink Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  Jan Stverak

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic Character: Making a Character Sheet in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Create Speech Bubbles and Comic Effects in Adobe Illustrator
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Comics
  Create a Comic: How to Plan and Lay Out Your Comic
  Sara Berntsson

• 
  Digital Painting
  How to Draw & Paint a Beautiful Mermaid in Adobe Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Text Effects
  How to Create a Cartoon Rainbow Text Effect in Photoshop
  Daisy Ein

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Disney Animals
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Drawing
  How to Draw Anime Heads and Faces
  Monika Zagrobelna

• 
  Cartoon
  How to Draw Cartoon Eyes
  Daisy Ein

20 Top Tutorials From the Web

The next tutorials hail from all over the web. Learn how to create interesting comic effects and more, using only Adobe Photoshop.

Give Your Photos a Retro Comic Book Effect

How to Draw Comics in Adobe Photoshop

Create a Graphic Novel Effect

Turn Photos of People into Line Art

Create Pop Art Inspired by Lichtenstein

Learn How to Color Line Art

Advanced Cell Shading in Adobe Photoshop

Popular Comic Art Tutorial

From Sketch to Vector Illustration

Comic Book Style Graphic Design

Creating a Graphic Novel Look in Photoshop

Creating a Comic Book Effect

Comic Effect Tutorial

Vector Comic Tutorial for Photoshop

Create a Comic Style Digital Painting

Kids Make Comics#1: Simple Shapes make Super Characters!

Cartoon Character Design for Beginners

How to Draw Batman

Photoshop Tutorial: Cartoon Effect

How To Cartoon Yourself

12 Comic Style Text Effects

Now for the goodies! Included in this selection are 10 amazing comic-book style Text Effects and Layer Styles taken from GraphicRiver and Envato Elements. Download these awesome assets to get access to these incredible effects.

Comic Book Text Styles

This awesome package comes complete with 8 different comic book style text effects. Apply them easily to your headlines and titles and customize them easily using the fully editable layers.

Medieval Photoshop Text Effects

Create amazing Photoshop text effects inspired by medieval times. This epic text effect pack includes 12 individual Photoshop files with everything you need to get started. Just use the text tool in Photoshop to edit this effect.

Cartoon and Comic Book Text Styles

If you can’t get enough of some of your favorite cartoon classics, then you’re sure to love these amazing Photoshop styles. Included in this package are 10 amazingly different styles perfect for your next comic book and so much more!

Cartoon and Comic Book Photoshop Styles

Pow, wham, and bam your way to the top with these fun Photoshop styles! Designed after that classic comic book look, download this file to get access to six uniquely different comic book text effects.

Cartoon Text Effects

Create impressive designs with these gorgeous 3D Photoshop text effects. Inspired by the wonderful charm of old-school cartoons, these text effects are perfect for logos, titles, and so much more!

Blockbuster Heroes Style Text Effects

Who doesn’t love a great bundle? Spend your money the smart way with these high-impact Photoshop text effects. They’re designed after blockbuster movies and amazing video game effects, and you’ll definitely want to check out what you can create with these wonderful assets.

Photoshop Text Effect: Cinematic 3D Actions

Or grab up this next pack of incredible cinematic 3D Photoshop actions. Included in this download are 48 different combinations of hyper realistic effects. Enjoy phenomenal 3D results inspired by natural earth textures.

80 Photoshop Text Effects Bundle

Need a great text effects bundle? This premium level Photoshop pack includes 80 magnificent layer styles that are super easy to use. The layers styles are 100% scalable and just take one click to use. Add it to your collection!

Comic Book Text Styles

If you’re looking for that classic comic book look, then you’ll love these vintage text styles. This package features 11 unique text effects, and even includes vector splashes, speech bubbles, and explosions!

Vintage Comic Creator

If the allure of retro design is more your style, check out this awesome vintage comic creator. Not only does this package include all the elements you need to create a classic design, but it also includes additional layer styles you can apply to text and more!

The Retro Comic Book Tool Kit

Roll up your sleeves and dive into everything comic-related with this amazing comic book tool kit. Among some of the incredible goodies in this package, you’ll also find a bonus set of layer styles to amp up your text effects and bring your designs to a whole new level!

Retro Vintage Text Effect

Vintage text effects are jam-packed with charming design. And you can get access to this incredible package by downloading this wonderful set of 10 different Photoshop text effects. All backgrounds are included as well as links to free font downloads.

11 Comic Style Photoshop Actions & Cartoon Filters

Last but not least, let’s throw some incredible Photoshop actions into the mix as well. You’ll find everything from Sin City-inspired effects to amazing cel shading. Try out these actions curated from Envato Elements and Envato Market.

Cartoon and Comic-Book Effect Action

Instantly turn your photos into a cool comic book with this awesome Photoshop action. This action can work with any size image and includes a help file along with the download for more helpful information.

ComicBook iT – Comic Book Image Converting Action

Convert your original photos into a creative cartoon style with this fun Photoshop action. Included in this package are four unique Photoshop actions with a full user guide and easy-to-follow instructions.

Comic Book Action

Download and load this amazing Photoshop action to give your photos or artwork that fun comic book look! This action includes many different styles to choose from and is best if completed in RGB Mode before converting to CMYK.

Pop Art Photoshop Action

Get a beautiful pop art painting effect with this next Photoshop action. 100% editable, these files include 32 color presets with 12 halftone patterns. Auto align your work for the perfect result and use it for posters or other graphics.

Pro Paint Action Set

This next professional paint set includes Photoshop actions that will help turn your portraits into art. Create wonderful paintings, drawings and cartoons in just a few moments. Get four non-destructive Photoshop actions that are 100% customizable.

All Charles Brown’s Colored Pencil Drawing Bundle

Transform your photos into a work of art with this fun pencil drawing Photoshop action. This bundle features ten Photoshop actions at a new, remarkably low price. Get access to effects like the image below and so much more!

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

If you don’t have the time to learn the technique of cel shading, consider giving this Photoshop action a try! With this Photoshop action, you simply drag a photo onto your document and play the action for a cool cel shading effect.

Comics Book Photoshop Creator

Have you ever wanted your own comic book? Well, now you can have it with this amazingly awesome Photoshop action. Perfect for Photoshop beginners, this package includes one incredible Photoshop action, along with 20 vector speech bubbles and 7 vector comic sound effects.

Painting & Comics Photoshop Actions

Looking for that professional retouched look? Download this awesome set of painting and comic-inspired Photoshop actions to transform your photos into a work of art. This set includes 12 professional Photoshop actions as well as fully detailed instructions.

Cell Shader Photoshop Action

Cell shading is not limited to the drawing elite! You can achieve the same awesome cell shaded look just by downloading this Photoshop action. Simply open up your photo, play the action, and enjoy your new impressive design!

Strokes Photoshop Action

Turn your photos into insane works of art with this stroke-based Photoshop action. It’s creatively designed to fit the look of traditional art, so you can upgrade your photography with a new creative look that is sure to impress any viewer.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for premium quality Photoshop Photo Effects, then choose from our assortment of creative assets on GraphicRiver. There are a number of comic book effects to choose from, such as The Comic Effect, Comic Book Action, Retro Comic Book, and so much more!

And if you need a more hands-on approach to your designs, enlist the help of the amazing design professionals at Envato Studio, to help you with all your creative needs.

Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

• 
  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Typography
  The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Fonts
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  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

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  Graphic Design
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Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

• 
  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Typography
  The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Fonts
  Kendra Schaefer

• 
  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

• 
  InDesign Templates
  How to Create Layout Templates in InDesign (for Magazines, Newsletters, and More!)
  Laura Keung

• 
  Fonts
  The Must-Have Fonts for Graphic Designers and Font Lovers
  Mary Winkler

• 
  Graphic Design
  The Best Alternatives to the 10 Most Popular Fonts
  Laura Keung

Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

• 
  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Typography
  The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Fonts
  Kendra Schaefer

• 
  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

• 
  InDesign Templates
  How to Create Layout Templates in InDesign (for Magazines, Newsletters, and More!)
  Laura Keung

• 
  Fonts
  The Must-Have Fonts for Graphic Designers and Font Lovers
  Mary Winkler

• 
  Graphic Design
  The Best Alternatives to the 10 Most Popular Fonts
  Laura Keung

Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

• 
  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Typography
  The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Fonts
  Kendra Schaefer

• 
  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

• 
  InDesign Templates
  How to Create Layout Templates in InDesign (for Magazines, Newsletters, and More!)
  Laura Keung

• 
  Fonts
  The Must-Have Fonts for Graphic Designers and Font Lovers
  Mary Winkler

• 
  Graphic Design
  The Best Alternatives to the 10 Most Popular Fonts
  Laura Keung

Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

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Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

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  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
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  Kendra Schaefer

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  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

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  Laura Keung

• 
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  The Must-Have Fonts for Graphic Designers and Font Lovers
  Mary Winkler

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  Graphic Design
  The Best Alternatives to the 10 Most Popular Fonts
  Laura Keung

Post pobrano z: The Rise of the Sans Serif

In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of sans serif typefaces. You’ll learn what makes them great and discover some wonderful options to consider for your next project.

In the last few years, there has been a big shift in branding. Many high-profile companies have redesigned their logos and replaced classical serifs with sans serif typefaces. The popularity of social media and digital display has influenced the way we think about typefaces and brand development. 

Let’s start by looking into the development of sans serif fonts, and then we’ll see what makes them great and go through a few tips when choosing one for your next project.

The History

Sans serif fonts started developing slowly before the 18th century but weren’t used widely. In 1816, William Caslon IV created a sans serif typeface called Two Lines English Egyptian, which was commissioned by a specific client. 

The Figgins foundry in London released a new sans serif in 1830 that was primarily used in advertising or headings. The anatomy of the face was condensed and bold, resulting in a font that grabbed attention. At this point, sans serifs were called Grotesque due to their “malformations”. 

Later in the 1920s and 1930s, the Bauhaus popularized sans serifs as a reaction to the embellished Art Nouveau style. Bare typefaces were considered beautiful as they didn’t include unnecessary additions. Sans serifs were appreciated for their simple, clean look and high efficiency for reading. Futura, one of the most popular Geometric sans serif styles, was released in 1928. While it features strong geometric lines, Futura followed the styles of its time. 

In the 1960s, the International Typographic style took over the design world by using Helvetica and Univers. This modernist movement emphasized the use of clean and minimalist layouts. Both of these fonts became examples of Neo-grotesque typefaces due to their no-nonsense anatomy. Both typefaces included extensive families that would make them suitable for anything designers would need, from headings to body copy. 

Sans serif typefaces went through another evolution process in the 1970s. The overuse of neutral Neo-grotesque typefaces led to the creation of Humanist sans serifs. At this point, typefaces were lacking the human touch. Humanist fonts are inspired by traditional serifs and calligraphy. Gill Sans, for instance, includes similar forms to those found in Helvetica, but it’s less geometric. Therefore, the typeface is friendlier and more relaxed.

Legibility

Most recently, we’ve seen the rebrand of many labels switching from classic serifs to sans serif typefaces—anything from luxury brands to digital and even bank institutions. Why is sans serif so appealing?

Sleek? Check. 

Sophisticated? Check. 

Legible? It depends… 

Many designers still believe that serifs rule the printed media world, making it easy for our eyes to follow and jump from letter to letter. Sans serifs are increasingly becoming popular as body copy, with great legible typefaces being currently developed. Sans serifs do take the win when it comes to digital displays. Our screens have improved in the last decade, and serifs tend to glare quite a bit in digital displays. We’d need to up the point size significantly to appreciate their beauty. Sans serifs are definitely legible at smaller point sizes, both printed and on screen. Flip through a magazine and you’ll notice that the picture captions and credits are mostly set in sans serifs. They are crisp. 

Personality

In the last few years, many trends came and went away faster than ever. It is difficult to keep up with the increasing use of social media. Aside from being clean and modern, sans serif typefaces offer that trend fluidity that brands are looking for. It has become a priority to accommodate clients and their personality. 

Serif fonts tend to be conservative, classic, and are often classified as feminine. Sans serifs, on the other hand, are more gender neutral and highly adaptable. The redesign of many logos is not only trend-led, it goes hand in hand with the cultural and political climate we’ve been experiencing in the last decade. 

Choosing the right font is one of the most important parts of the design process. A thoughtfully chosen typeface can be the foundation that brings a brand together. If you’re looking for that cool, sophisticated look and feel, take a look at a few of our suggestions. Envato Elements has an extensive font library that can help you choose the one typeface for your next project.

Nista Grotesk

Bw Nista is a neutral and clean sans serif font. The anatomy contains clean shapes with quirky details that make it different from regular neo-grotesque fonts. The font comes in seven weights, making it highly functional for any layout or brand development project. 

Gorga Grotesque

Gorga is a humanist sans serif font. It has playful curves, which separate it from cold sans serifs. The package comes with three different weights and their respective italic versions. Gorga Grotesque supports multiple languages. 

Noiche Sans Serif

Noiche is a mix of neo-grotesque and a geometric sans serif. The small details like the angle cut on the vertical strokes give it an edgy personality. The font comes in seven different weights and italics. This is perfect if you plan on covering a lot of ground with a single awesome font. 

Config Font Family

Config is a large family that includes ten weights, italics, and 600 glyphs that support multiple European languages. The font is a condensed geometric sans serif with circular forms. This font has been carefully designed, and all aspects of each character have been considered. The font includes alternates for specific characters that make them interesting when used on display text. 

Quadran

Quadran is the right balance of neo-grotesque and geometric sans serif. This contemporary font is contemporary while still maintaining a few classic attributes. The package includes multiple font weights and supports many languages.

Maiden

This humanist sans serif is inspired by a reverse pen-head style. This package is available with nine weights, from thin to black. This highly legible font is suitable for display text and body text. The discretionary ligatures are beautifully designed and can replace any of the common ligature combinations.

Monty

Inspired by grotesque fonts, Monty adds a softness by using round curves. This versatile font has a quirky personality that makes it perfect for branding. It’s clean, sophisticated, and fun. The package includes four weights and supports multiple languages.

Bergen Sans

Bergen Sans is inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetics. This contemporary sans serif is geometric and clean. The font supports multiple languages and has many OpenType features. It is a small font family, but each font is carefully crafted, including many glyphs in different languages. 

Liber

Liber is inspired by the geometric forms of Avenir and Futura. The contemporary geometric characters are built on geometric circles and squares while taking roman text fonts into consideration. This modern font includes ten weights, making it suitable for brands and layouts leaning on a single font. 

RNS Sanz

RNS Sanz is a neutral, clean, and contemporary sans serif. The open counters on each character make it highly legible and suitable for body copy. RNS Sanz is versatile and is sure to adapt to any theme. The family contains seven weights and standard and tabular figures.

When to Choose a Sans Serif Font

It’s important to note that sans serif fonts aren’t the right fit for every brand. While they are currently trendy and pretty much everywhere, those shouldn’t be the only reasons for a rebrand. 

When you are redesigning or designing a logo from scratch, examine the brand very carefully. Be specific about your brand, what its personality is, and what you want it to communicate. Think of what can set your brand apart and how your logo can stand out from the same trendy crowd. If you do end up choosing a sans serif font, make sure that you are balancing your design with originality.

Trends tend to be a reaction to what came before. The modernist styles developed in the 20th century were a reaction to Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau was characterized by organic forms and highly stylized elements, while the new modernist styles were composed of abstract compositions, using basic graphic elements and colors. As we see sans serifs becoming trendy, we’re sure to see a reaction to it in the next few years.

In a hurry? We’ve got amazing sans serif fonts over at Envato Elements and GraphicRiver. Go check them out! 

If you liked this article, be sure to check out:

• 
  Fonts
  Design in 60 Seconds: Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts
  Melody Nieves

• 
  Typography
  The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Fonts
  Kendra Schaefer

• 
  Hand Lettering
  Hand Lettering: Understanding Types of Type
  Scott Biersack

• 
  InDesign Templates
  How to Create Layout Templates in InDesign (for Magazines, Newsletters, and More!)
  Laura Keung

• 
  Fonts
  The Must-Have Fonts for Graphic Designers and Font Lovers
  Mary Winkler

• 
  Graphic Design
  The Best Alternatives to the 10 Most Popular Fonts
  Laura Keung