Darkness and Light Plakat by Chihiro Otsuki

Darkness and Light Plakat by Chihiro Otsuki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Brončana nagrada A' Design Award in Dizajn Grafike, Ilustracije i Vizualne Komunikacije Competition Category.

BroncaGrafika· 2024

Darkness and Light Plakat

by Chihiro Otsuki

Brončana nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Grafika Category

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The Design

About Darkness and Light Plakat

Tama i svjetlost je plakat izrađen za izložbu o japanskoj klasičnoj književnosti. Plakat spaja umjetnost laka i uljanu sliku, prirodu i čovječanstvo, klasični i moderni stil. Tipografija povezuje djela dvaju umjetnika s klasičnim tekstovima koje čuva istraživački institut. Tiskani list dimenzija je 515 x 728 milimetara, a izrađen je UV offset tiskom s biljnom tintom na papiru certificiranom od strane Forest Stewardship Councila. Dizajn pokazuje kako klasična kultura i knjige oblikuju umjetnički izričaj danas.

The Recognition

About the Brončana nagrada A' Design Award

Darkness and Light Plakat je pobjednik Brončane nagrade A' Design Award, visoko prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje izvanrednim dizajnima što se odlikuju kreativnošću, domišljatošću i oštroumnošću. Brončani pobjednici izdašno su vješti i upečatljivo kreativni artefakti koji potvrđuju golemo iskustvo, maštu i snalažljivost svojih dizajnera. Očekuje se da Darkness and Light Plakat bude visoko cijenjen, voljen i njegovan predmet koji je izuzetno profesionalan i inovativan. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Brončanu nagradu A' Design Award uključuje najbolje prakse u umjetnosti, znanosti, dizajnu i tehnologiji i izvrstan je zbog pažnje posvećene detaljima. Darkness and Light Plakat sjajno zadovoljava potrebe, dotiče želje, očarava osjećaje i privlači znatiželju.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The poster design blends elements like lacquer art with oil painting and nature with humanity, combining classic and modern styles. It illustrates the convergence of books, literature, and art, showcasing the vast potential of classical culture and art. The design captures the essence of classical themes as interpreted by two artists, highlighting the deep influence of classical culture in their artistic expression.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 515 x Height 728 mm
UV offset printing, Vegetable ink, Forest Stewardship Council
Production Technology: They have developed a graphic design centered around typography that multidimensionally leverages both the artworks created by two artists and the classical texts held by the National Institute of Literature Research. The poster, while maintaining its function as printed material, uses special ink and paper that demonstrate consideration for the environment. As a result, it not only fulfills its role as a poster but also reflects a high level of consideration in projects related to national involvement.
Inspiration: The project is a residency program conducted by the National Institute of Japanese Literature, a research institute that seeks out and researches classical books, which are the life, spirit, and cultural heritage of Japan, and makes them available to the public both in Japan and abroad.
Project Duration: The project was launched in 2017 to open up the collection of classical books and the network of specialists cultivated by the National Institute of Japanese Literature to non-researchers. The exhibition was part of that project, inviting two artists and being held for one week from January 11 to January 17.
Operation Flow: The poster is a special design that combines old-fashioned lacquer art and modern oil painting, nature and humanity. It presents a harmonious blend of old and modern styles, illustrating the integration of books, literature, and art. This design reflects the artists' contemplation on ancient stories and themes, clearly demonstrating the significant influence of traditional culture on their artwork.

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