Poster Art : Innovation In Poster Design

Description

Posters have long been an integral part of the cityscape. Not only do they provide useful information, but they are also outdoor exhibitions of graphic art. "Poster-Art" explores the exciting area of poster design in what is an essential examination of everything that goes into making a poster what it is. It looks at how the colour, artwork and typography are used to achieve a successful design, which must be attention grabbing, succinct, convincing and memorable. "Poster-Art" showcases an international collection of graphic design in this continually developing area. From mass-market designs to exclusive, limited-edition works, the book explores both the creative inspiration behind the work, as well as looking at the practical considerations. Through its detailed analyses of real work, "Poster-Art" leaves no stone unturned in its exploration of the intriguing world of poster design.

First published 2007.