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"DNP Graphic Design Archives Collection III Shigeo Fukuda’s Visual Jumping" Exhibition
Ginza Graphic Gallery
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Shigeo Fukuda
In August 2009 the family of Mr. Fukuda generously donated the entire body of posters found in his studio to the DNP Graphic Design Archives. This exhibition at ggg, a special show in his memory and an event to commemorate the archiving of his posters, will introduce 108 works gleaned from the near 1,200 posters Mr. Fukuda created during his lifetime.
It is said that whenever Mr. Fukuda would come up with what he thought was a brilliant idea, he would leap from his chair and shout, "That's it!" The use of the words "Visual Jumping" in the exhibition title comes from his visual sequences indicative of this special feature of his vibrant creative activities.
The goal in mounting this exhibition is to shed light on how internationally outstanding and persuasive his posters, created in a flash of brilliance, are as a language shared by people worldwide. The appearance of "Victory 1945," a masterpiece that will remain within the history of design, was revolutionary in the way it transfixed people not only in the design field but people in all fields. This poster, imbued with sophisticated humor and Mr. Fukuda's inimitable wit backed by a cynic's way of thinking, today continues to enthrall people around the world. But it will be only one of numerous outstanding works, many less familiar, on exhibit. Visitors will also be introduced to messages from overseas as well as rare interviews of Mr. Fukuda taken at his studio and at various art museums, all brought together in order to introduce his creative setting and bring his achievements into sharp relief.
It is said that whenever Mr. Fukuda would come up with what he thought was a brilliant idea, he would leap from his chair and shout, "That's it!" The use of the words "Visual Jumping" in the exhibition title comes from his visual sequences indicative of this special feature of his vibrant creative activities.
The goal in mounting this exhibition is to shed light on how internationally outstanding and persuasive his posters, created in a flash of brilliance, are as a language shared by people worldwide. The appearance of "Victory 1945," a masterpiece that will remain within the history of design, was revolutionary in the way it transfixed people not only in the design field but people in all fields. This poster, imbued with sophisticated humor and Mr. Fukuda's inimitable wit backed by a cynic's way of thinking, today continues to enthrall people around the world. But it will be only one of numerous outstanding works, many less familiar, on exhibit. Visitors will also be introduced to messages from overseas as well as rare interviews of Mr. Fukuda taken at his studio and at various art museums, all brought together in order to introduce his creative setting and bring his achievements into sharp relief.
Schedule | Mar 4 (Thu) 2010-Mar 27 (Sat) 2010 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Free | ||||
| Venue | Ginza Graphic Gallery https://www.dnpfcp.jp/gallery/ggg_e/  | ||||
| Location | 1F/B1 DNP Ginza Bldg., 7-7-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 | ||||
| Access | 5 minute walk from exit B5 at Ginza Station on the Ginza, Hibiya and Marunouchi lines. | ||||
| Phone | 03-3571-5206 | ||||
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