Newer version of Matthew Carter's Elephant.
Hello.
Just wondering if anyone knows of a newer / better version of Elephant / Big Figgins. I am looking for a stylized Bodoni much like it, but with nice kerning pairs, and a little bit ’updated’.
Thanks.















8.May.2008 3.23pm
Hello there:
I own Big Figgins and it has many kerning pairs. As I have used it more and more I have come to notice there is not a single curve out of place—I happen to think it’s perfectly harmonious.
There are not too many Bodoni/Figgins interpretations that are as good. The only one I can think of is not released just yet:
http://www.christianschwartz.com/brunel.shtml
Also here is a script I use to test the kerning in the fonts I own—here; set in Big Figgins Roman:
Mikey :-)
9.May.2008 7.40am
Hello Mikey.
Yes, I am sure Big Figgins is lovely. The version I have in my possession is Elephant and Elephant Italic. Elephant Italic has some really awkward moments. Do you know where I can purchase Big Figgins? I can’t seem to find it anywhere.
Thanks!
Carl
9.May.2008 8.29am
Hello:
Contact Carter&Cone (Matthew Carter’s foundry) via email or telephone:
http://www.carterandcone.com
Ask for Big Figgins pricing.
Mikey :-)
PS... Big Figgins also has three styles roman, italic, and an open face.