I'm not sure if there is much to say—the poster was originally given to me in December but after quite a few tests and tweaks it was actually the first poster I finished this new year of loveliness.
This first poster is for a Bruce Springsteen Tribute band, with the true sound of the 'E Street Brand' (I'm being paid to say that) (Not really, I don't get paid for anything).
When I think of Bruce, I think of Americana; as to my eyes, "Born in the USA" is quite possibly the most patriotic and american song that ever existed. So if that's not enough to make everything look faded, red & blue and flag ridden, there is also "Born to run" to reference.
So for this poster, I want to link back to the times where all paper had a cream hue and all typefaces available in America were stretched slab serifs almost always printed in red. So firstly I thought; LETTERPRESS! But then I had the sinking feel that this would be a gig poster, so it wouldn't translate that well and my university made the wise move in not indulging in any poorly crafted slab foundries.
You wouldn't believe how many textures it takes just to make a flag look like it's been printed on yellow-ish paper years ago and has spent it's lifetime being stood on and left in the rain.
Overall, this poster isn't my best and it's not my favourite, but from what I had to work with—I feel it worked rather well, also I always jump at the chance to incorporate the old fashioned sign painted hand.
So, although I feel this poster went well I have one big gripe with it. and if you are part of the band, or the bands promoter please take note. It was lovely doing this poster and would happily do it again, but when someone asks for a high-res version of your logo, please don't take a picture of your monitor with your phone—sending the digital file you took an image of would of been much easier.
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