The origin of that most charming glyph—the ampersand—can be traced back to Roman times and the Latin word et, meaning “and.” Those two letters were occasionally written together as a ligature and voila, the ampersand became a thing. Its name has an equally charming history: during the early 1800s
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Type lovers check out Steven Harrington's newest art creation - a sculpted ampersand
Ampersands are my secret weapon. I’m always excited when a client comes to me with a business name and the word “and” is included, the ampersand possibilities are endless. There are so many unique variations of the ampersand creating an artistic style of its own. Here are just a few of my favorites. […]
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I love ampersands, I really do. They definitely are the best looking of all the symbols, though I can't really say why. Maybe it's all those sexy curves. Sources (from top to bottom): Friends of Type, Gemma Correll, Dajana B. Strong, Darren Booth, Jude Landry, Glyphosaurus, Typeverything, Michael Spitz, Jude Landry, and The Wheatfield.
For the relaunch of the Art & Industry magazine, in 1950, Hans Schleger - Zero - the well known and influential graphic designer and poster artist was commissioned to design the magazine's front cover. This striking use of the ampersand and basic colour and texture is very eye-catching. The chrome yellow offset is deliberate and not due to registration!
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Lettering from an LP jacket. Allan Sherman – Live!!! (Hoping You Are The Same) 1966
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Add a pop of vibrant color to your collection with this stunning ampersand symbol sticker! Perfect for any creative space, this bold and colorful design stands out with its intricate details and playful hues. Made from high-quality materials, this sticker is not only eye-catching but also waterproof, making it ideal for decorating laptops, water bottles, journals, and more. Whether you're a typography lover or just looking to brighten up your belongings, this ampersand sticker is a must-have.
Estonian illustrator Eiko Ojala is a master of deception. At first glance, his portfolio appears to be a series of artfully minimalist paper-cut compositions. But look closer and you’ll discover that nearly every shadow and highlight has been digitally rendered, minus a few carefully integrated phot
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The Ampersand Avenue Wild & Free Doublehood ™ Sweatshirt is the perfect way to express your fashion-forward style with a modern western edge! The honey yellow body with tan design and inner hood is sure to make a statement wherever you wear it. Not only is the design eye-catching, but also incredibly comfortable due to its 95% Cotton & 5% Spandex fabric. Plus, its triple stretch fit ensures that this item will feel like a glove on your body while still allowing plenty of mobility. It's even complete with thumbholes for extra coziness! This wardrobe staple was designed in the USA for all sizes; it runs true to size for a slim fit but sizing up won’t hurt if you’re looking for something roomier. Get ready to show off your wild and free side with the Ampersand Avenue Wild & Free Doublehood ™ Sweatshirt! Thumbholes True to size for a slim fit. Size up for a looser fit. 95% Cotton & 5% Spandex, this style is a triple stretch! Designed in the USA Model Lyubov is wearing size small
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Without a doubt, the most beautiful character in the English language is the ampersand. The single character comes in so many fashions – from the simple & to the casual E- to t-style representations. But where did this character come from? What does it mean? And most importantly how...
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Did you know that the ampersand comes from the phrase “and per se and?” Or that it originated around 1st century AD as a combination of the Roman cursive letters E and T? Even more interesting than its history and origin is its fantastic shape, which designers are constantly us...
