TOM ECKERSLEY

An overview of the work of 20th century graphic design icon Tom Eckersley packed with hundreds of his instantly recognisable designs From iconic posters for the Post Office and London Transport to designs for brands such as Guinness this richly illustrated book explores the work of influential British poster artist and design teacher Tom Eckersley 1914 1997 Part of the outsider generation that transformed graphic design in Britain in the mid century era Eckersley s instantly recognisable posters have become true icons of 20th century style Here design writer and former Eckersley archivist Paul Rennie gives a fascinating exploration of Eckersley s life and work from his Northern upbringing and early career through pioneering work during the Second World War to his central role in mid century graphic design in the decades that followed Over 200 designs from throughout Eckersley s career are featured Made in his signature style combining bold bright colours and flat graphic shapes there are designs 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 how he helped to transform design education in Britain