Video: A stunning collection of artwork from the iconic 50s illustrator
2024 Author: Richard Flannagan | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-15 23:55
When it comes to illustrations, the graphic sketches of young people working in various styles and techniques of contemporary visual art most often come to mind. Meanwhile, this area has its own cult figures. The American artist, whose works are presented in the article, is a real master, as well as one of the most experienced and recognizable illustrators of our time.
Mac Conner (Mac conner) was born back in 1913 and during his long life managed to earn a name for himself a cult illustrator, whose works are recognized as truly iconic in the world of fine arts. The peak of his career came in the 1950s, when the young artist was a typical representative of New York's secular society. It is with the style of Conner's work that the spirit and atmosphere of that time is associated today. The illustrator has worked with publications such as The Saturday Evening Post, Cosmopolitan and Good housekeeping … In the field of advertising, Conner managed to collaborate with the world's largest brands, including United Airlines, U. S. Army recruiting, General motors and Greyhound lines.
New York Museum (The Museum of the City of New York) holds an exhibition dedicated to creativity Mac Conner (Mac conner) - a real legend that made a significant contribution to the formation and development of modern fine arts. The exhibition will feature a variety of works by the master - from illustrations for advertisements and magazines to portrait painting.
Photocycle Dolce Via by Charles Traub (Charles H. Traub) Is another interesting project that reflects the spirit of the 1980s that reigned in Italian cities at that time.
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