Seismic is an experimental variable typeface that takes the traditional Bengali script in a new direction. The design was originally created for the 2020 Dhaka Art Summit, and based on the event’s ‘seismic movements’ theme - which informed the letters’ beautifully shaky forms. Universal Thirst designed the Bengali, while Fraser Muggeridge studio created Seismic’s Latin version.
Seismic is a modern interpretation of the Bengali script, with shapes left purposefully irregular to mimic the shivering movement of the ground during an earthquake. It’s part of Universal Thirst’s mission to expand the available palette of Indic scripts, and explore new and experimental takes on a more traditional way of drawing letters.
Writing Systems: Latin, Bangla
Universal Thirst is a type foundry that specialises in Indic and Latin scripts. It was set up in 2016 by designer and engineer duo Gunnar Vilhjálmsson and Kalapi Gajjar, who draw on their contrasting visual heritage to offer a unique, dual perspective on type.
Universal Thirst creates bespoke typefaces for companies of all sizes. Our global perspective makes us an invaluable design partner for brands working worldwide, particularly those doing business in South Asia.
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How to Use
You may encounter slight variations in the name of this font, depending on where you use it. Here’s what to look for.
Desktop
In application font menus, this font will display:
{{familyCtrl.selectedVariation.preferred_family_name}} {{familyCtrl.selectedVariation.preferred_subfamily_name}}Web
To use this font on your website, use the following CSS:
font-family: {{familyCtrl.selectedVariation.family.css_font_stack.replace('"', '').replace('",', ', ')}};
font-style: italicnormal;
font-variation-settings: {{familyCtrl.getFontVariationSettingsCSS()}};
Glyph Support & Stylistic Filters
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