Jazz Festival

Workbook 26 Illustration & Design, p579
Yucel, Jazz Fest Poster

I loved the flowing artsy feeling of this design. The loose black ink drawings and font give the poster spontaneity and creates an aura of fun. The warm color scheme promotes the event as welcoming. Unity can be found in the proximity of the key elements - the writing and the trombone player. Unity is also seen in the continuity of colors and in the repeated curves found on the figures. Emphasis is placed on the word "Jazz" by contrast in color. In addition, the lines on the man and the direction of the trombone aid in leading your eye to the word "Jazz". There are nice staccato rhythms established by the repetitive line elements both in the man and in the background. Finally, depth is created by size with the smaller figure appearing to be in the distance.