Rathna Ramanathan is a creative practitioner whose practice is situated around and inspired by the contexts of graphic design, typography and research. Based in London and in Chennai, India, Rathna creates, teaches and writes about graphic design and typography. Her work has a strong print focus though she has been known to dabble in the creation of projects such as roadshows and exhibitions when unique and interesting opportunities offer themselves. She runs her own studio minus9, has a PhD in the History and Theory of Typography and Graphic Communication from the University of Reading and teaches on the BA and MA courses at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Her work with Tara Books has received a number of international awards.
For an informal summation of Rathna’s practice, make yourself a cup of coffee and listen to her Typeradio interviews.