A presentation at Web Unleashed in in Toronto, ON, Canada by Jason Pamental
Keynote address for the 2025 edition of Web Unleashed
All our lives we hear the word in various forms – as an adjective, a noun, a verb. But what is it? Where does it come from? How does it grow?
Spurred on by a few conversations, a bit of research, and a lot of reflection – we will explore a few stories through which we’ll learn a bit about what it is, how it impacts and informs design, and how you might make it part of your own practice – if you’re curious ;)
Tell me your curious story: https://curiosity.design
The following resources were mentioned during the presentation or are useful additional information.
The other was quoted in another article, and looking up the source led me here. Haven’t read it more than just finding the quotes, but looks interesting
The source of some great quotes on curiosity
Fascinating research into what curiosity really is (from a scientific standpoint)
Post by Justin Weinberg that I quoted in my slides. A great definition of curiosity, and another introduction to the ‘Virtues of Philosophers’ that my brother teaches about as well.
A wonderful source of type inspiration, with a new font in your inbox every month.
Erik’s work and printing space in Berlin
Doug’s latest project: ‘a historical study of untold Linotype stories and a beautiful coffee-table book filled with amazing images from around the world’
DJR’s beautifully designed detail page about his Warbler typeface
