P22 Type Foundry

Before computers, alphabets were stitched by hand. P22 Folk Art, inspired by 18th- and 19th-century samplers, began as a collaboration with the Philadelphia Museum of Art—translating cross-stitch into pixels.

Read the full story on Behance.
http://behance.net/p22type

Typefaces can emerge from the most unexpected places. P22 Dyrynk began as a quirky design for a Czech state printing house, crafted by Karel Dyrynk in 1929. With its irregular serifs and warm, hand-lettered feel, this hidden gem was revived for the digital age—retaining all the charm that made it stand out almost a century ago. Discover how this little-known face became part of P22’s catalog, keeping Dyrynk’s legacy alive.

Read the full story on Behance. https://www.behance.net/gallery/205364527/The-Story-of-P22-Dyrynk

While Frank Lloyd Wright is celebrated for his architecture, his lettering skills are a lesser-known part of his legacy. Throughout his career, he developed several distinct styles. Decades later, P22 partnered with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation to transform these designs into fonts. The result? Eaglefeather, Exhibition, Midway, and Terracotta—fully realized typefaces that honor Wright’s vision.

Find the full story on Behance. https://www.behance.net/gallery/213153827/The-Story-of-The-Frank-Lloyd-Wright-Collection-of-Fonts?

Hidden within all of P22’s outstanding display typefaces is one particular gem waiting to be rediscovered. This is the story of P22 Preissig Calligraphic, and how an unpublished typeface found in a remarkable book of linocuts, inspired a faithful revival for the modern typographer. Find the story on Behance. https://www.behance.net/gallery/205361145/The-Story-of-P22-Preissig-Calligraphic