Poster Monday: Journey To Zen

Poster Monday: Journey To Zen

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Poster Monday: Journey To Zen

For the last monday in September we present the poster “Journey To Zen” designed by Thomas Yang from Singapore. He is graduated of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, in 1998 he won Best New Art Director at the Singapore Creative Circle Awards. After which he went on to bag over 400 regional and international awards at major shows such as D&AD, The One Show, Cannes, Clio, AdFest and The Spikes. In 2011, besides winning The Creative Director of the Year in the Hall Of Fame award, he was also one of the top 10 highest ranked creative directors in Cannes.

About the poster Journey To Zen the artwork is inspired by Japanese Zen gardens. Its fluid strokes are created with a bold rake brush to simulate the continuous lines or samon (砂紋) in the gravel, and represent the journey each rider takes. “Sometimes, taking our bike out for a ride brings us on an inward journey. Almost like a form of Zen meditation, the noise fades, our mind clears, and all we are focused on is the path before us. The longer and further we go, the more we learn about ourselves and the nature of our mind. In these uncertain times, cycling has helped many reduce stress and anxiety, and even regain a sense of clarity. There’s much to be gained, so keep calm, and keep riding” tell us Thomas.

If you take a look at his behance profile, you will find a very interesting body of work and for For detail of this print, please visit 100copies Bicycle Art site. Remember to submit your posters to be featured in our coming editions of Poster Monday.

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Poster Monday GIFF 23

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Poster Monday GIFF 23

For this Monday poster we have a great poster and at the same time a tribute to Ernesto Herrera, co-founder of GIFF (Guanajuato International Film Festival in Mexico) and art director who, together with Horax and Izdení, conceived the poster for GIFF 2020 that today we featuring. Ernesto Herrera fell ill of COVID and passed away in February. On September 17, 2021, GIFF XXIV was inaugurated, as a tribute to his life, which we join with this post.
Ernesto was a designer, photographer and set designer, he was in charge of the image of Social Communication of the State of Guanajuato and artistic director of GIFF with his work he managed to consolidate one of the most important film forums in the country. Izdení Esquivel was born in Irapuato Mexico, she studied Interior Design and a Master of Arts from the University of Guanajuato. Professionally, Izdení is dedicated to making virtual images (renders) for architectural projects and works as a graphic designer as a parallel activity. Horacio Hernández Galván aka Horax, is a graphic designer graduated from the Universidad de la Salle Bajío, illustrator and animator with more than 30 years publishing political cartoons in In 1998 he founded Grupo EsComic !, a company dedicated to the design and generator of printed and animated material for entertainment, advertising and educational purposes; participates in the design of characters for the TVAZTECA series “DESCONTROL” (2002), and in animated films such as“LA LEGENDA DE LA NAHUALA” (2007),“NIKTÉ” (2009), “LA REVOLUCIÓN DE JUAN ESCOPETA” (2011 ) and “EL AMERICANO” (2016)different information media, such as Milenio Diario, magazine 012, El Chamuco, among others.

About the poster GIFF 23 Horax tell us: “In that first week of January we had already made the sketches of a new city where the main buildings of Guanajuato and San Miguel de Allende were merged into a composition.
To achieve the three-dimensional layout, I invited Izdení to participate and thanks to her it was possible to give an architectural finish to that first poster of GIFF XXIII. Ernesto takes the illustration and adds the blue and orange colors (the golden sunsets of Guanajuato) and does the magic of it to develop the image of the event. Unfortunately the pandemic arrived, and the event that had to take place in July was postponed until September. In June he wrote to me to warn me of the turn in the image of the event and the plastic to use would be that of RETROFUTURE: a vintage style of science fiction cinema from the 50’s in high contrast, with planets, flying cars, the city of Guanajuato-San Miguel in the background, and in the foreground, a girl with a space helmet (to protect herself from the virus) looking into the distance and at the same time, the GIFF logo.
This plastic is taken because many of the film screenings would be made in drive-ins, as was done in the middle of the last century and a large part of the proposal would also be made in digital and virtual media, the future of festivals. Hence the RETROFUTURE theme.
“The poster is an invitation to get in a car and fly towards a cinema experience as in other times, as in these times” tell us Izdení.

If you would like to follow Horax and his work visits his facebook and the festival webpage. If you would like to submit a poster to be featured on Poster Mondays find all the info you need to participate in our submissions page.

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Poster Monday: En las Tinieblas Húmedas – In the Damp Darkness

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Poster Monday: En las Tinieblas Húmedas – In the Damp Darkness

For today’s Poster Monday we present the poster “En las Tinieblas Húmedas ” by Zulema Sanval; she is from Zacatecas, Mexico, graduated in Graphic Design from the Autonomous University of Durango Campus Zacatecas, where she is now a teacher, as a freelance Zulema is a publicist and Creative director of various editorial projects in local magazines and media, in addition she designing communication for various restaurant franchises, currently works in the institutional image of the Ministry of Health and is studying a master’s degree in Strategic Communication and Institutional Image in the Cuauhtemoc University.

The poster “En las Tinieblas Húmedas” was made for the collection “Sangre Devota”, convened by invitation by the International Poster Biennial in Mexico on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the death of the Mexican poet Ramon Lopez Velarde. About the poster Zulema tell us “In Jerez Zacatecas there is the Casa Ramón López Velarde Interactive Museum, a museum dedicated to the poet, the same place that was my ally as a source of inspiration where his muse Fuensanta was manifested with his poetry full of nostalgia, achieved great fame, and became considered “The National Poet”. Reading his poetry that reveals the hidden soul of a man helped me capture deep emotions that reflect his love for poetry; especially the phrase “All of you melt on me like a frost, and the translucent meteor stretched out of time” led me to the visual concept of my poster”.

If you would like to know more from Zulema’s work visit her facebook and instagram acounts.
Remember to submit your poster for the next edition of Poster Monday. Find all the info you need in our submissions page, and facebook.

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Poster Monday: Cardboard workshop

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Poster Monday: Cardboard workshop

For the first poster spot of September we feature the poster “Cardboard workshop” designed by Kaled Avila from Puebla, Mexico. Graduated from the Higher School of Sciences and Humanities, he is Co-founder and active member of the graphic collective “Sin Centavos”, with which and together with his friends and colleagues, he has organized various cultural activities, such as: conferences, exhibitions and workshops based on graphic design; focused especially on university and master’s students. He has been selected in international competitions such as the international contest Second Call (2018), International Biennial of Design COW in Belarus (2019), winner of the second place in Posterterrorism (2020); Listen to my voice, Reggae Poster Contest, Peru Design Biennial, Iran International Blue Lotus Digital Visual Festival, among others.

The poster Cardboard workshop makes a subtle reference to Mexican culture. The mocking representation of death in its many facets, whether in a literary, graphic way, commonly decorated with flowers, dressed as a catrina or made of sugar and candy, is to say the least, something that is part of the daily life of the Mexican.

If you want to know a little more about Kaled’s work visit his facebook profile and remember that all submissions to Poster Monday are considered each week. If you would like to submit a poster to be featured find all the info you need in our submissions page, facebook and instagram.

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Poster Monday: The Bridge

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Poster Monday: The Bridge

Ghazal Hosseini, a distinguished member of the global artistic community, stands out as a highly accomplished graphic designer and educator with an impressive portfolio of achievements. Her journey, marked by academic excellence, international recognition, and a commitment to fostering creativity, reflects a deep passion for graphic design and education.
Ghazal’s academic journey is grounded in a Master’s degree in Graphic Design from the Art University of Tehran, where she honed her skills and laid the foundation for her future success. Her commitment to visual communication is evident in her Bachelor’s degree from Shariati University of Tehran. As a graphic teacher and lecturer for the Ministry of Education in Iran, Ghazal has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of designers since 2010. Simultaneously, she serves as the Head of the provincial advisory and audit board for Photographic and Graphic Design at the Isfahan Research Center, showcasing her leadership in educational initiatives.

In addition to her roles in academia, Ghazal has made significant contributions as a freelance graphic designer and a Visual Communication lecturer at Amin and Sepehr University from 2011x, further enriching her practical and theoretical expertise. Ghazal’s work has reached global platforms, with her participation in numerous international invitational exhibitions. Noteworthy exhibitions include the “LOVE & PEACE International Exhibition” in Nagoya, Japan, and the “Perceptions II – Plants” exhibition in Poland. Her involvement in exhibitions from the United States to China underscores the international appeal of her design sensibilities. Ghazal’s talent has been celebrated through various awards, including the prestigious Gold Award at the United States International Poster Biennial in 2023. Recognition from the Ecuador Poster Biennale, the International Biennale of Theater Posters in Poland, and other global competitions highlights the universal appeal and impact of her work. Beyond her creative pursuits, Ghazal actively contributes to the design community by serving as an interviewer for the governmental teacher employment organization and participating in international jury panels.
Ghazal’s influence extends to curatorial roles, where she spearheads initiatives such as the International Students Poster Exhibition collaboration and poster workshops, fostering collaboration between Polish and Iranian art students. Ghazal’s analytical prowess is showcased in her conference article on the content analysis of the official school book “Human and Environment.” Additionally, her editorial role in the official school book “Graphic for Publications” speaks to her commitment to shaping educational resources.
Her journey is one of unwavering dedication to the art of graphic design and the education of future talents. Through her international contributions, awards, and leadership roles, she exemplifies the transformative power of design in creating a global dialogue. As she continues to inspire and shape the design landscape, Ghazal remains a beacon of creativity, innovation, and education.

The Bridge poster stands as a testament to the inaugural Iran-Ecuador collaborative international invitational poster exhibition. This artistic masterpiece resonates with a profound message, urging the collective construction of a solidarity bridge to safeguard our precious nature. In this endeavor, the indispensable tools are none other than our own hands, guided by hearts that generously offer support. Distinctively, this call to action transcends superficial concerns such as skin color, gender, age, language, and other societal constructs.
Within the eloquent framework of The Bridge, a poignant philosophy unfolds—a reminder that genuine care for our environment constitutes the paramount investment in the well-being of generations yet to come. The creators of this visual masterpiece beckon us to transcend divisive boundaries and unite in a shared commitment to our planet. Let us, with unwavering kindness, tend to our Mother Earth, recognizing that the stewardship of nature is a legacy we owe to the future.

If you take a look at her website, you will find a very interesting body of work.
Remember to submit your posters to be featured in our coming editions of Poster Monday.

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Poster Monday: Censor

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Poster Monday: Censor

This Poster Monday spot of the day goes to Aleyna Teke for the poster“Censor”She lives in Istanbul Turkey, is a student at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Department

Right now the world is staring at Afghanistan for the return of the Taliban to power and their aggressive policies against women, but this problem is not only related to that country and that government, but it is one of the biggest problems. of the world, this violence against women and femicide. Violence against women is increasing day by day and unfortunately, it cannot be prevented, and what is worse is the silence of the violence and their rights not being sought. “Based on this, I wanted to give this message by using censorship as being silent and not being able to speak” tell us Aleyna.

If you take a look at her instagram profile, you will find a very interesting body of work. Remember to submit your posters to be featured in our coming editions of Poster Monday.

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Poster Monday: The Cow

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Poster Monday: The Cow

For this Poster Monday spot we have a poster entitled“The Cow”from the previously featured designer Rasool Haghjoo from Iran, he is member of Iranian graphic designers’ society (IGDS), Member of Iranian theater poster designer’s association (ITPODA) Rasool has won numerous awards (In Writing, Designing, Role Playing, and Directing Categories) and prizes both at National and International festivals, Such as 2nd Prize of the Fadjr International Poster Design award (As Graphic Designer), 1st Prize of the Fadjr International Theater Festival (As Writer), 2nd Prize of the Fadjr International Theater Festival (As Street Theater Director) and etc. He works as Theater Writer and Actor, Graphic Designer and Film maker.

This poster “The Cow” is belong to a short film, written and directed by Rasool Haghjoo. The story of the film is about a farmer man, named “Zabih”, who just have a cow and nothing more , unfortunately, he loses his cow by an accident and after that all of his life goes to change.

If you would like to follow Rasool Haghjoo and his work visit his web site If you would like to submit a poster to be featured on Poster Mondays find all the info you need to participate in our submissions page.

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Poster Monday: Of Smoke and Pyres and Souls

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Poster Monday: Of Smoke and Pyres and Souls

The second Poster Monday spot of the month belongs to Martin Mendelsberg, he is an American designer that has been making posters for twenty years they are inspired by social, political, technological, and cultural issues. Martin have been inspired by designers from all over the world especially because of new media and social networks. He also has worked as brand experience designer and taught at colleges and universities in American and New Zealand for fifty years. His work has been exhibited internationally in Australia, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Germany, France, Poland, Ecuador, Russia and in the United States. The designer’s work is represented in permanent collections at The Magma Museum, Macerata, Italy, Museum of Fine Arts, Leipzig, Germany, The Museum of New Zealand, Victoria University School of Architecture, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, Yale University: Haas Arts Special Collections, The Florida Holocaust Museum, The Mizel Museum, Greeley Holocaust Observance Committee and The Center for the Study of Political Graphics in Los Angeles. His Hebrew typeface designs, Torah and Torah Neue are distributed by Masterfont Ltd in Tel Aviv, Israel.

The poster “Of Smoke and Pyres and Souls” addresses the issue of Covid disaster in India has been at the top of the news, India’s people have suffered shortages of oxygen, tanks, and protective equipment. Posters are the voice of my conscience, watching so many people die sparked this poster. The metaphors are direct, oxygen tanks clustered together like human bodies, funeral pyres emitting dense smoke up into the sky and a distant flag of India in the background. The overall arrangement creates a dense cityscape desperately trying to breathe. “Poster art is a storytelling art much like poetry, I believe the metaphors in my poster have the capacity to create a call to action for a desperate situation” says Martin.

If you would like to learn more from Martin’s work visit his website, and remember to submit your poster for the next edition of Poster Monday. Find all the info you need in our submissions page, and facebook.

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Poster Monday: Design the Future

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Poster Monday: Design the Future

For the first poster Monday spot of august we have the work “Design the Future” designed by Antonia Marisescu from Timisoara-Romania, a graduate of the West University of Timisoara, University of Arts and Design, with a PdD in Visual Arts, on the topic “Illustration in Graphic Design”.
She deal with digital illustration, graphic design, poster design, acrylic painting. Her approaches in design work are mainly focused on the symbolic treatment of messages. Antonia often use color, geometric shapes, the volatility of wavy shapes in my creative palette.

The poster “Design the Future” was made for participated in the poster biennial at the University of Arts and Design in Timisoara, 2020. This poster talks about the connection that current design can have with the future through people. “The poster wants to communicate through geometric shapes, through the play of colors and the font shapes used. The poster, which are played inside the composition with the messages hidden by symbols, numbers, geometric shapes and colors. It was created for aesthetic and decorative purposes. It was important for me in this project that I found inspiration in the book “100 Years of Swiss Graphic Design”. This book helped me as a landmark for the formatted compositional layout” tell us Antonia.

If you would like to find out more about Antonia Marisescu’s work visit her personal behance account. Remember that all submissions to Poster Monday are considered each week. If you would like to submit a poster to be featured find all the info you need in our submissions page, facebook and instagram.

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Poster Monday: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

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Poster Monday: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Welcome to another edition of Poster Monday. For this spot of the day we have a poster from Melike Bozkurt a am 23 years old designer. She lives in Istanbul Turkey, is a student at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Department. At the same time, she studies at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of Interior Design.

Melike tell us about her poster “The subject of the poster I designed is“Obsessive Compulsive Disorder”. The reason I chose this topic is to raise awareness about this disease. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a condition in which people have repetitive thoughts called obsessions, and because this thought bothers them, they engage in repetitive behaviors called rituals or compulsions, usually in order to relax”. While designing this poster, my starting point was the brain, which is our thinking center. These complex and repetitive thoughts that occur in the brain greatly affect the life of the person. I wanted to reflect this confusion in the brain in my poster. On the other hand, I compared our brain to a walnut with its similarity and supporting its development.
We designers should support people with the disease by including these issues in our designs in order to raise more awareness of such diseases. I hope my poster will inspire these people, stay happy!”

If you would like to follow Melike Bozkurt and her work visit her Behance . If you would like to submit a poster to be featured on Poster Mondays find all the info you need to participate in our submissions page.

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