The die has been cast.

Famous words attributed to Julius Caesar, and one of my favorite euphemisms. With this poster, I challenged myself to use typography in an unusual way. Once I had the idea of creating shadows with actual dice, the next step was figuring out how to make my vision a reality. Read below for a closer look into the process of creating this poster.

First, I cut out my letters in heavy-weight paper and arranged my lighting to create dramatic shadows.

First, I cut out my letters in heavy-weight paper and arranged my lighting to create dramatic shadows.

Next, I carefully taped each letter of the phrase to stand vertically with masking tape. The thick paper and dramatic light created the perfect shadows. I took several photos, careful to leave my camera in exactly the same position on my tripod. I t

Next, I carefully taped each letter of the phrase to stand vertically with masking tape. The thick paper and dramatic light created the perfect shadows. I took several photos, careful to leave my camera in exactly the same position on my tripod. I then drew X's at the base of each shadow to guide my next step.

After very carefully removing the letters and tape, I place 1-2 die on the X's I had marked previously. Careful not to move my camera's vantage point, I again took several photos.

After very carefully removing the letters and tape, I place 1-2 die on the X's I had marked previously. Careful not to move my camera's vantage point, I again took several photos.

Finally, I juxtaposed the two best images in Photoshop to create the effect I desired. I also added a green background to mimic traditional craps tables.

Finally, I juxtaposed the two best images in Photoshop to create the effect I desired. I also added a green background to mimic traditional craps tables.

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