Summary

This curated overview traces the evolution of typography through the years, highlighting a journey from academic training in the 2000s through significant design projects in Bologna, Milan, and the historic city of Imperia. The narrative begins with the foundational year of 2003, marked by the release of the classic type specimen Ribes Black. This initial work led to the publication of the first chords on a guitar, signaling a new creative direction for the artist. The artist then moved to Milan to commence a three-year bachelors degree in Communication Design at The Polytechnic University, where they pursued a specific type design course and later earned a BA degree in Communication Design. By 2007, the artist had established a strong academic foundation. In late 2009, they traveled to Italy to bring this creative energy into the world with their first project in Imperia. Subsequently, they relocated to Reggio Emilia, joining an internship at Studio Blanco. This period saw the artist return to collaborate with prominent studio groups like Studio Vedèt and Alla Carta Studio to bring new visual identities and designs to their work. A major turning point occurred in August 2016 when the artist started working with the Collletttivo foundry at FRUIT Bologna, releasing its first prints. By May 2017, their web design work for Alla Carta Magazine gained significant traction, showcasing their ability to create accessible and functional digital experiences. The timeline also highlights the artist's early 2019 activity, where they developed updated website designs and began introducing typography names. As the career progressed, the artist's influence grew through collaborations such as the UMPRUM Visual Arts MA Brochure exhibition and work for brands like Love Connection. Their career trajectory continued into 2019 with presentations of newspaper headlines and publications like Remeo Gelato. The transition to 2020 was characterized by creative work in graphic design, including brand guidelines for lessenziale studio journal and the revival of vintage book titles. A pivotal moment arrived in July 2020 with the unveiling of the new Collletttivo website design, which was accompanied by a significant design brief for lessenziale studio journal. Throughout this era, the artist remained active in fashion and interior design contexts, including branding projects for garments and the creation of a visual identity for the Brompton Design District. In late 2019, they introduced a newspaper headline typeface named Vlasta, cementing their status as a dynamic typographic figure. As the artist aged into the 2020s, their digital projects expanded to include interactive web applications and webshops. Their contributions in early 2022, such as promoting GloPAL Global Phonemic Alphabet, demonstrated a consistent commitment to advancing typography education and exhibition design. Recent years have focused on modern web development and collaborative projects across Milan and Bologna. The artist has maintained an active role in design education, contributing to design programs at various institutions. Even in late 2023, they continued to produce significant output through website development and design for the brand new Collletttivo. The career arc culminates with a focus on community impact and professional growth, ensuring a legacy of continuous innovation in the field of typography and design.

Title

Luigi Gorlero · Luigi Gorlero

Description

Personal portfolio

Keywords

april, march, february, january, december, november, october, september, august, july, june, design, studio, designer, graphic, direction, journal

Categories

News & Media

NS Lookup

A 104.26.14.97, A 172.67.75.153, A 104.26.15.97

Dates

Created 2026-03-08

Updated 2026-04-15

Summarized 2026-04-16