Typography is a hidden tool of manipulation within society.
Neville BrodyRead
People think that digital language is a fixed language, but it's not: it's very fluid. It's like I'm doing a painting where the paint refuses to dry.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Digital language is constantly evolving, similar to an unfinished painting.
In this quote, Neville Brody highlights the ever-changing nature of digital language, suggesting that it is not rigid or static but rather dynamic and fluid. This analogy of a painting that refuses to dry signifies that just as an artist continually modifies their work, digital communication is continuously shaped by cultural and technological advances, reflecting the creativity and adaptability of expression in the digital realm.
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In practice
Example use cases
A speaker discussing the evolution of social media can use this quote to illustrate how communication styles change.
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