Thursday, March 7, 2013

"Saving our City" Poster

I got this poster example from the "Less is More" book in the Parkland Library.  Even though it was made in the 1990s, it does not look out of date.  That is one of the reasons why I like it.  I tend to favor more classical designs.  The black and white composition with a hint of red in the corner will never go out of style. 
Graphic Design 1 has made me appreciate the use of typography a lot, and I am really enjoying this typography.  I love the varying sizes that are very intentional, the way that the word "Save" seems to be disappearing into the darkness, but is still understandable.  I like the way the other type was rotated to represent a city, and lastly I like the the red accent of type in the lower corner.  Each group of type grabs your attention in different ways.  There are so many symbols and representations in this composition.  If there is one thing I have learned from this class, you can do a lot with just type.  

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