Bjoern Altmann
In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) speak with Bjoern Altmann (@bjoernaltmann) - horological illustrator, typographer, author and designer.
Bjorn Altmann, a graphic designer and illustrator with a deep passion for horology. Discover Bjoern's journey from Germany to London, his expertise in typography, logo design and his fascinating work illustrating watches and manhole covers!
The conversation delves into the significance of fonts in watch design, the meticulous process of creating (or imagining) accurate watch illustrations, and Bjoern's collaborations with brands like Tag Heuer (@tagheuer), Ollech & Wajs (@OllechandWajs) and many others.
This episode also provides a unique perspective on the often-overlooked world of typography and illustration in watch design and collecting.
Please also make sure to check out Bjoern’s amazing work on Instagram at (@bjoernaltmann) and https://www.bjoernaltmann.com/
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