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Tag Archives: poster art
Vintage is better
I recently ran across a treasure trove of vintage Japanese travel posters from the early 20th century. As you know, I’m a little bit obsessed with travel related advertising, but I think that early travel posters managed to do a … Continue reading
A Year of Good Reading
January. A year of good reading ahead is a wonderful book poster from a large WPA collection from the Library of Congress. The series of posters was created by the Federal WPA during the 1930s.
Recreate Responsibly
Who knew that the National Park Service had a sense of humor. You can check-out some more clever posters on the official website.
New York Is Book Country
New York is Book Country (1985). Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990). Poster. Printer: Panorama Press, NY. Keith Haring created this exuberant book-lover’s poster for the New York Book Fair, which was held September 22, 1985, on the streets along 5th Avenue in … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, Libraries, USA
Tagged Book Fairs, Keith Haring, Manhattan, NYC, poster art
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I ❤ NY
You may not have known his name, but there is no doubt you’ve seen his work. Milton Glaser, one of the world’s most influential and pioneering graphic designers, died on June 26th, which was also his 91st birthday. The design … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Museums, Tourism, Travel Writing, Uncategorized, USA
Tagged Bob Dylan, Graphic design, Milton Glaser, New York City, poster art
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Mostly Miscellaneous Monday
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been using this down time to plan some travels. One of the top destinations on my list for next spring is a return to Iceland. I’ve been many time over the years, but … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Europe, Libraries, USA
Tagged Cartoons, Comics, NYC, poster art, road trip
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The Art of Travel Posters
The digital marketing agency, lacuna 5, has teamed up with artsupplies.co.uk to create a series of vintage-style travel posters inspired by famous artists from around the world. Before designing the posters they posed the question: “what would travel posters look … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Art, Europe, Tourism, USA
Tagged Banksy, Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, Pablo Picasso, poster art, Travel Posters
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Poster House
New Yorkers and tourists too can now visit a new museum entirely dedicated to the art of posters.The Poster House, located in Manhattan’s Chelsea district and which features an identity designed by Pentagram’s Paula Scher, will be the first museum of its … Continue reading
Posted in Art, History, Museums, Photography, Tourism, USA
Tagged Bauhaus, New York City, poster art, Psychedelic, vintage posters
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