Die Lines, Arrows and Accent Marks

Simple rules are used to illustrate movement and connection, adding an elegant element to layouts as they interact with typography and photography. Use the arrows an an accent element in the corners of layouts to convey the constantly moving, forward momentum of Pitt. The arrows, asterisks, lines and triangles are available for download for your design needs.

Example to use lines

Accent Marks

We use these small elements as accents, to call out a stat or to show motion and transformation at the edge of a photo.

Accent Mark graph example

Helpful Hint

The size of these lines can vary depending on the size of the piece being created. The rules should always be solid and lightweight. The lines should always be at an angle and interact with the type and photography.

Helpful Hint

These marks can be a great way to bring in the colors of the secondary palette. They should never be the focal point of the layout, but rather bring attention to something important to the page.