Monday, September 14, 2009



I've picked out a poster that I really enjoy made by Milton Glaser. Lets start off with a little bit about the man who has created such wonderful, eye catching graphics. Milton Glaser, Inc. was extablished in 1974 which focused on print graphics which includes logos, stationery, brochures, signage and annual reports. He was responsible for the design and illustration of more than 200 posters in the areas of publishing, music, theater, film institutional and civic enterprise. This poster was designed for CBS records in 1966 which was included with Dylan's greatest hits album. His use of negative space in this poster is just wonderful. The profile of Dylan is in black but one can easily recognize the singer by this darkened profile. The use of kaleidoscope hair gives it a real 60's vibe. Compared to the poser on the left designed by Martin Sharp in 1967 it is easy to tell which poster is aesthetically pleasing. Sharp's poster is has too much imagery and seems jumbled.


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