In an interview with Eye Magazine shortly before his death in 1996, Josef Müller-Brockmann, when asked “What do you regard as your best work?”, by Yvonne Schwemer-Scheddin, replied “The white reverse sides of my posters!”.
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History of the Poster reprint by Phaidon
Phaidon Store is now selling a reprint of a classic and hard-to-find book originally published in 1971. History of the Poster/Geschichte des Plakates/Histoire de l’affiche was conceived, written and designed by Swiss master Josef Müller-Brockmann – one of the 20th century’s greatest graphic designers. It … Read More →
The Visual Language of Herbert Matter
The Visual Language of Herbert Matter is a revealing film, looking at the fascinating life story of the highly influential mid-century modern design master. Known as a quintessential designer’s designer, Swiss born, Photographer, Graphic Designer and all-round visionary, Herbert Matter is largely credited with expanding … Read More →
An introduction to Swiss graphic design
If you are new to the Swiss, or International style, you can’t go far wrong by taking a look at Smashing Magazine‘s comprehensive review of the subject. You’ll find plenty of inspiration if you’re delving into grid design systems through an abundance of examples that … Read More →
Josef Müller-Brockmann Shop Launched
I have just launched the Josef Müller-Brockmann shop where you can buy all things related to ‘Müller-Brockmann’, ‘Swiss Graphic Design’ and ‘Grid Systems’ in one convenient place.
Swiss Miss to talk to Parsons
Tina Roth Eisenberg, the Swiss-born, New York based designer, commonly known in blogging circles as Swiss Miss, is to deliver a lecture to the design students at Parsons, The New School for Design. The talk is due to take place on December 2, 6:30PM at … Read More →
Josef Müller-Bockwurst
An interesting screen print of an adaptation Josef Müller-Brockmann’s Beethoven Concert Poster, from 1955. Danish Artist, Philip Dam Roadley-Battin states, “Since he was born in Rapperswil, Switzerland, he must have enjoyed the Swiss Bockwurst – a fat meat sausage. It is often served on a … Read More →