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__Name__ Spencer “Ol’ Slippy Fingers” Charles

__Based in__ Brooklyn, NY

__What disciplines do you specialize in?__ Lettering, Typography, Illustration, Profanity-laced Foosball Games

__What’s your typical day like?__ In chronological order: Kelly, Cricket, Iced Coffee, Subway, Gym, Email, Lunch, Foosball, Drawing, Computer Stuff, Subway, Cooking dinner for Kelly, Wet Hot American Summer or It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Beer or Wine, Cricket, Kelly.

__How did you first get interested in typography, lettering, and type design?__ I remember reading Jimmy Corrigan by Chris Ware in high school and being blown away by the lettering. Visiting Chicago with a group of letter enthusiasts really completes that loop, seeing that Jimmy Corrigan takes place predominantly in Chicago. My favorite part of the book is when the Superman archetype leaps off a tall building to his death, and bystanders indifferently observe before continuing on with their day.

__So… How do you feel about Hobo?__ I believe Hobo is one of the most criminally misunderstood typefaces of our generation, and I'm thrilled to see James Edmondson restore it to it’s Art Nouveau glory.

__Whats your favorite breakfast food?__ Grapefruit Juice, Coffee, and Lox on a toasted everything bagel, with cream cheese, onions, tomatoes, and capers if you got them.