Category: Poster Basics

Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Monfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), better known as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, was a painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator. His work was inspired by the 19th century Parisian nightlife that surrounded him and he’s artwork perfectly captures its colourful flamboyance and seedy charm.     The years Toulouse-Lautrec […]

Over the past decades, classic and movie posters found their way from advertising pillars to elegant poster galleries and well-known auction houses. Collectors from all over the world increasingly value original posters, not only as an eye-catcher, but also as a long-term investment. Though, what influences the poster value?   There are significant price differences […]

We have assembled a list of the best poster shops on eBay selling original vintage posters. Those stores are a good starting point for your poster hunt. There are hundreds of galleries, dealers, and individuals selling their posters on eBay. This list represents a selection of eBay sellers with (almost) perfect ratings and fantastic poster […]

Swiss style graphic design, which is also often referred to as International Typographic Style or International Style, is a design movement which emerged during the 1950’s in Switzerland.   It is more than likely you encounter and engage with Swiss style graphic design every day. Ever since its emergence it has arguably become the most […]

What makes a good poster design? Poster designers should follow a few basic rules when creating a poster to make it as effective as possible. In this article, you will find basic information about posters and good poster design.   Definition of a poster A poster is a monochrome or multicolored sheet of paper, usually […]

Posters are indicators of cultural, political, economic, and social realities of the epochs in which they were created. They are mostly used for advertising, spreading information and public announcements. Even though the purpose of posters has not significantly changed, the use of posters and the poster design have evolved over time. The history of poster […]