Lunch Talks

Spencer Charles & Kelly Thorn

Co-Founders of Charles & Thorn
February 24, 2017

“You add color. Then you get excited. Then you make patterns the client didn't ask for.”

Spencer Charles and Kelly Thorn are a husband & wife design team with complement­ary talents. Charles & Thorn is based in Brooklyn where they design custom logotypes, typefaces, lettering, and illustrations for a variety of clients.

  • Two people stand in front of a projected screen displaying a list of names or words. The list includes terms such as "Nolita," "Pudge," "Clitoris," "Dragon," "Rain," "Candy Ass," and "Fromage." The room appears to be dimly lit with the focus on the screen.
  • A man and woman stand in front of a large screen during a presentation. The screen displays a red slide with white cursive text that reads "Hello Hyperakt!" The room is an office setting with computers, framed art on the walls, and minimal decor.
  • A smiling person with short hair holds a travel mug in a casual, indoor setting. Behind them, several people are gathered near a long table with food and drinks. Shelves with various items are visible along the wall, and a staircase leads to an upper level.
  • Two people standing in front of a projection screen displaying bold, vintage-style alphabet typography. The screen shows both uppercase and lowercase letters. The individuals appear to be discussing or presenting the content. Various office items are in the foreground.
  • Two individuals stand in front of a projection screen displaying various illustrations. The artworks include abstract figures, a reclining woman, a "lazy" character, and creative depictions. The room appears dimly lit, focusing attention on the projected images.
  • Two people stand in front of a large projector screen displaying various stylized text samples reading "Type@Cooper." They appear to be discussing the typography designs. The room is dimly lit, with framed pictures on the wall in the background.
  • A man and woman stand in front of a large screen displaying six sketches of different 'Cooper Type' typography designs. The man is gesturing with his hands as he speaks, while the woman stands beside him, observing. The background is dimly lit.

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