Bronze Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design · 2024
Darkness and Light Poster
- A' Design Award 2024 Bronze Winner in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
- Awarded April 15, 2024
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 14,292
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About Darkness and Light Poster
Darkness and Light is a poster created for an exhibition on Japanese classical literature. The poster combines lacquer art and oil painting, nature and humanity, classic and modern styles. Typography links the works of two artists with classical texts held by the research institute. The printed sheet measures 515 by 728 millimetres and is produced by UV offset printing with vegetable ink on paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. The design shows how classical culture and books shape artistic expression today.
Press Kit
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.