Just Like Being There

In the world of gig posters, artists like Daniel Danger and Jay Ryan demonstrate that crafting these pieces is a lifestyle, not merely a profession. These creators are leading the charge in the evolution of the gig poster genre. MONDO’s revival of “the film poster as an art form” and Gallery 1988’s themed exhibitions are just two examples of how this art is gaining wider exposure. With a history that stretches back to the 1960s, this growth is divisive—invigorating for some, yet seen as blasphemous by others.