Tom Eckersley: A Mid-century Modern Master

Tom Eckersley was a British poster artist and design teacher who created iconic posters for the Post Office and London Transport, as well as for brands such as Guinness. This book explores his life and work, from his Northern upbringing and early career to his pioneering work during the Second World War and his central role in mid-century graphic design. Over 200 of his designs are featured, showcasing his signature style combining bold, bright colors and flat graphic shapes. The book also examines his position at the forefront of the explosion of print culture in the 20th century, his contribution to design education in Britain, and his lasting legacy.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 08 July 2021
\n Publisher: Pavilion Books
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Tom Eckersley, a renowned graphic design icon of the 20th century, is celebrated in this comprehensive book, featuring hundreds of his instantly recognizable designs. From iconic posters for the Post Office and London Transport to his creations for renowned brands like Guinness, this richly illustrated volume explores the remarkable work of the influential British poster artist and design teacher Tom Eckersley (1914–1997). Eckersley, a member of the outsider generation that revolutionized graphic design in Britain during the mid-century era, is renowned for his instantly recognizable posters, which have become true icons of 20th-century style. In this captivating exploration, design writer and former Eckersley archivist Paul Rennie delves into Eckersley's life and career, from his Northern upbringing to his pioneering work during the Second World War, to his pivotal role in shaping mid-century graphic design in the decades that followed.

Over 200 designs from throughout Eckersley's illustrious career are showcased, showcasing his signature style characterized by bold, bright colors and flat graphic shapes. These designs were created for clients such as the BBC, British Rail, Keep Britain Tidy, Gillette, BP, and Shell. The book also examines Eckersley's position at the forefront of the explosion of print culture in the 20th century, his contributions to transforming design education in Britain, and the lasting legacy he left behind.

A celebration of a true mid-century modern master, this is the first book dedicated to Tom Eckersley, appealing to anyone with an interest in graphic design and visual communication.

\n Weight: 1114g\n
Dimension: 222 x 349 x 29 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781849946049\n \n