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Tag Archives: poster art
Never Again Is Now
The “Never Again Gallery” project is an online effort by 20+ Ukrainian artists that uses the similarities between the visual campaigns that persuaded people in Allied nations during WWII and the messaging we see daily today regarding Russia’s invasion of … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Europe, History
Tagged poster art, Propaganda, Russia, Ukraine, World War II
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But, Where Are You Really From
Most folks go through life without ever being asked “where are you really from”, but people from a minority ethnic background or mixed racial heritage are frequently subjected to the intrusive question. Here in North America this is an all to common … Continue reading
Pack up let’s fly away
I have always been enamored with classic travel poster art. And there’s nothing better than the old school posters that were created for TWA in the 1950s and 1960s by David Klein.
Posted in Art, Asia, Europe, Public Transport, Tourism, USA
Tagged Advertising, airlines, poster art, TWA
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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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