Designer Anu Manohar turned the 36 Days of Type challenge into a joyful 3D playground of geometry and color. Each letter and number, built from simple forms like spheres, cubes, and cylinders, celebrates balance, tactility, and play. With a palette of soft gradients and bold hues, Manohar transforms typography into sculptural art—letters that feel as satisfying to touch as they are to see. The series captures her signature blend of discipline and delight, showing how constraint can spark limitless creativity.
Each day of the challenge brought a new chance to experiment—sometimes structured, sometimes spontaneous. As the series unfolded, patterns began to emerge: rounded edges, floating forms, and joyful contrasts that made the collection feel cohesive yet full of surprise. Together, these 36 characters form more than just an alphabet—they’re a celebration of play as process, and proof that creative growth often starts with a single simple shape.
by Anu Manohar
Turning Typography into Playful 3D Art
Designer Anu Manohar turned the 36 Days of Type challenge into a joyful 3D playground of geometry and color. Each letter and number, built from simple forms like spheres, cubes, and cylinders, celebrates balance, tactility, and play. With a palette of soft gradients and bold hues, Manohar transforms typography into sculptural art—letters that feel as satisfying to touch as they are to see. The series captures her signature blend of discipline and delight, showing how constraint can spark limitless creativity.
Experimentation, Rhythm, and Discovery
Each day of the challenge brought a new chance to experiment—sometimes structured, sometimes spontaneous. As the series unfolded, patterns began to emerge: rounded edges, floating forms, and joyful contrasts that made the collection feel cohesive yet full of surprise. Together, these 36 characters form more than just an alphabet—they’re a celebration of play as process, and proof that creative growth often starts with a single simple shape.
By the end of 36 days, I had not just a complete alphabet and set of numbers but also a clear visual identity. The project pushed me to think of type as more than something to read. It became something you can almost feel. The series balances structure and play, and it reflects how constraint and consistency can unlock new creative dimensions.
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36 Days of Type – Anu Manohar
About Anu Manohar
I’m Anu Manohar, a graphic designer who likes to add a touch of play to the everyday. I love creating work that feels fun, joyful, and sometimes even gamified, bringing moments of delight into the mundane. My approach combines bold colors, simple yet dynamic forms, and expressive typography to craft designs that spark curiosity while serving a clear purpose. Currently, I’m a designer at Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) in New York. In the past, I’ve worked with Apple, Established, and Adobe, experiences that continue to shape how I explore creativity and push boundaries in my work.
