We chat with the type foundry owners about astrological inspiration, the life cycle of a trendy typeface, and how to keep your edge as you leave your wunderkind era.
Sharp Type has always been known for pushing boundaries in type design, but the recent sale of its entire existing catalogue to global type conglomerate Monotype marks a new and unexpected phase for the veteran foundry. Now, with the launch of what they’re calling Volume Two, Lucas Sharp and Chantra Malee are hitting reset, reflecting on their past successes, and embracing new creative possibilities. In this conversation, we dive into the studio’s evolution — from its experimental beginnings to becoming a global leader in multi-script typeface development – and explore their philosophy on creativity, collaboration, and navigating the intersection of modernist ideals with cultural individuality. In a field where longevity and innovation rarely go hand in hand, Sharp Type is striving to …