Ioannem
John Misael Villanueva
Ioannem is a typeface based on the 1604 book Ordinationes Generales, printed by Juan de Vera, the oldest extant book produced with movable type in the Philippines. The typeface is wide and rounded, featuring wedge serifs for an authentic historical feel. I meticulously studied the scanned copy of Ordinationes Generales, focusing on the letter proportions and details, and recreated the typeface to capture the essence of the original while being suitable for modern use. Ioannem is available in regular weight and supports multiple languages.
As a teacher turned type designer, John discovered his passion for type at a young age and pursued it as a career. He always try to incorporate Filipino culture into his designs, aiming to create typefaces that reflect the beauty of the Filipino language and heritage and are accessible to all Filipinos.
