Name: _____________________________ Illustration & Design – Mr. Vedder

Poster DesignsSuccessful poster design hinges on the ability to quickly and personally engage your audience and relay a message in a

memorable and impacting way. In other words, poster design should be short and sweet.

Big design grabs big attention Less is more.

Contrast your colors. Drive a response

Objectives: To design a harmonious live concert or movie premier poster with creative text to appeal to children, teenagers and/or adults using a

vertical or horizontal layout.

Requirements:

CONCERT POSTER: Band or Music Artist

Venue/Location Date

Website information

MOVIE POSTER: Movie Title

Starring Actresses and Actors

Short storyline Website information

Release Date

Artists To Explore:Peter Max - a German-born American illustrator and

graphic artist, known for the use of dynamic shapes and color palettes within his work.

Milton Glaser - one of the most celebrated American graphic designers, best known for his “I Love NY” logo, and

Bob Dylan Poster.