Aaron Amar is a graphic and type designer from Quezon City, Philippines. In addition to his work on creating 100% free, easy-to-use Baybayin typefaces over the past few years, he is recognized for demonstrating his patriotism through type design and promoting local design culture. This is evident in his creation of Jeepney signage-inspired typefaces, which are freely available for everyone to use, as well as his contributions to street art in Manila.
Aaron Amar
Type and Graphic designer
What is the exact purpose behind reviving a long-forgotten script? In this discussion, Aaron and Lloyd will delve into the current state of Baybayin, a pre-colonial script, and the sensitivities surrounding its present use. This dialogue aims to unveil the significance of revisiting a part of history and why it is crucial for Filipinos to acknowledge their pre-Latin past.