Abstract
Paula Scher is an American graphic designer and artist of the 20th century, recognized as one of the most influential women in graphic design. Her career as an art director coincided with the peak of postmodern graphic design. This paper primarily discusses Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk series classic typographic posters created by Paula Scher. Set against a specific historical backdrop, the posters utilize a sans-serif typeface and combine elements of constructivism, graphic photography, and unique expressive techniques to transcend the limitations of postmodern graphic design, achieving a harmonious unity of form and function. This paper examines the success of Paula Scher’s works by analyzing the historical context, character identity, typesetting and printing concepts, and stylistic factors, while also highlighting the symbolic significance of her works in the history of post-modernism graphic design. Her creations can further enhance our understanding of typeface application in design, provide valuable insights into successful practices, and contribute to the advancement of graphic design.
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How to cite this paper
The Art of Planning—Paula Scher and Post-modernism Graphic Design
How to cite this paper: Shuo Yang. (2024) The Art of Planning—Paula Scher and Post-modernism Graphic Design. Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Science, 8(8), 1950-1954.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.26855/jhass.2024.08.026