# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 06:15 pm – Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: An evening with type designer James Edmondson, exploring the intersection of typography, personal influence, and the realities of publishingAbout this EventMECA&D and AIGA Maine present an evening with type designer and founder of OH no Type Company, James Edmondson, exploring the intersection of typography, personal influence, and the realities of publishing.Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard offers an inside look at Edmondson’s path in type design, the formative mentorship that shaped his career, and the complex, often challenging process of bringing a book to life through collaboration with a publisher.Designing type can be precise, iterative, and deeply personal — but publishing a book introduces an entirely different set of challenges.In this talk, James Edmondson shares his journey into type design, including the influence of a teacher who left a lasting mark on his creative life. He will also walk through the realities of taking a book from idea to finished object — navigating creative control, editorial processes, production constraints, and collaboration with a publisher.Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard is a candid reflection on craft, mentorship, and the often unseen labor behind publishing design work.The evening will include a 45-minute talk followed by an audience Q&A and time for book signing.The Fine Print:💸 Fees & sales tax: Registration service and processing fees are extra as applied by Eventbrite. For US transactions, service fees are 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket; payment processing is 2.9%. Sales tax is added on the gross ticket price based on Maine's tax rate of 5.5% for state sales. (Tax exempt status does not apply to individuals purchasing tickets.) See Eventbrite for other supported currencies and information. We appreciate your support and understanding.📜 Code of Conduct: By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the AIGA Code of Conduct, which outlines our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.📸 Photography & Media Release: Photos and/or video may be taken at this event and shared on MECA&D and AIGA Maine’s websites, social media channels, or other communications. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of the AIGA Maine team know when you arrive.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/fonts-are-easy-books-are-hard-with-james-edmonson/100001986003533029
- **Event Categories**: Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 12.51, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Portland
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Maine College of Art & Design
- **lat**: 43.65574
- **long**: -70.2606021
- **full address**: Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson being held?
  - **A:** Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson takes place on Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 06:15 pm to Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson?
  - **A:** Tickets for Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson are priced at USD 13 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson?
  - **A:** Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson is organized by AIGA Maine.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard with James Edmonson sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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