Matte Black reinterprets Brazil’s Pixo culture as a free display typeface
Cultural Context: In Brazil, the practice of Pixo, characterized by the unauthorized use of public and private spaces for writing, is considered illegal. For young people from peripheral areas, Pixo represents a form of dialogue, allowing them to reclaim urban spaces to express their emotions and thoughts. Additionally, “preto fosco” (matte black) is the primary spray paint color used by these artists. Process: This typography project is an inte
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