The Character and Functions of Posters
The function of a poster is very subjective. There is many types of posters to create that have very different messages. What you make your poster about is all up to you. Posters help with our understanding of societal issues as well as political ones. Good posters often have symbols, or hidden meanings, or at least meanings that cause critical thinking. Posters also bring light to a new way of seeing the world that you might not have seen before. Overall, posters are a modern and innovative way to get your point across to your viewers, whoever they may be.
The Laws Of Poster Designing
Posters should be visually attracting, it's important to have them stand out, to make your viewers want to read them. When someone sees your poster, you have to make it emotionally appealing as well. You want your viewer to look at the poster and think about it for a while, not just see it and move on. However, there are a few universal concepts of poster designing that are essential to know.
General Demands
The poster should have as minimum graphics as possible and a maximum effect. (18)
It should stay in the memory and be effective at long distance communication.
It also must have artistic interest and have at least one message.
Lettering
The lettering of a poster should be done elegantly and quickly, using as less text as you can.Shapes
Must be modern and appealing to the viewer, forceful and yet smooth.
Colour
Should suggest the implication of an economical, political, or social movement. It also should relate to the message and convey it well.
Three Key Points
Three key points I learned from this article is the idea that posters are used for messages, the modern touch they must hold, and the importance of using clear and concise, yet lasting messages and graphics.
My Favorite Parts
I definitely think the emphasis on the messages of posters will have a lasting effect on how I use my graphics in the future. It will be important because I think it will improve my overall understanding of graphic designing and how I will use it to my advantage.
In conclusion. the article I read on designing posters was informational and important to every graphic designer. I will definitely use the ideas in this article in my projects.
