ASSIGNMENT ELEVEN: A POSTER FOR AN EVENT TITLED “ONE RED BALLOON”

“ONE RED BALLOON”: AN EVENT POSTER

Here are a few inspiration images:

Ideas:

Art Fair

1. The Balloon’s Shadow Play: Picture this – a solitary red balloon floating against a crisp, clear sky. Below, on the ground, its shadow morphs into a lively art fair scene. Think shadow figures of people admiring art, artists at work, and the bustling fair stalls. It’s as if the balloon’s shadow is a preview of the vibrant life and creativity the fair promises.
2. A World Reflected: Imagine a single red balloon, but with a twist. The balloon’s surface reflects the art fair below in vivid detail. You can see tiny reflections of art pieces, booths, and visitors, all encapsulated in the balloon’s shiny surface. It’s a microcosm of the fair’s world, captured in a single, floating orb.
3. The Balloon as a Brushstroke: Here’s a playful take – the red balloon is depicted not as an object but as a bold, red brushstroke against a stark white background. This brushstroke subtly transforms into various art forms – a sculpture, a canvas, a photograph – as your eyes move across the poster. It’s a nod to the creativity and diversity of the art at the fair.
4. A Journey Through Art: In this concept, the red balloon is tethered to a child’s hand at the bottom of the poster, but instead of floating upward in a straight line, its string weaves through a series of “art portals.” Each portal represents a different art style or era, inviting viewers on a journey through art history leading up to the contemporary art featured at the fair.
5. The Balloon as a Beacon: Picture the art fair at dusk, with twinkling lights and a bustling crowd. Above it all, the red balloon glows like a beacon in the early evening sky. This image captures the essence of the art fair as a gathering place for those drawn to beauty, creativity, and community, with the balloon symbolizing the spark of inspiration that draws them together.

Dance Concert

1. The Dance of the Balloon: Envision the red balloon caught in a dance of its own, buoyed by invisible currents of air. The background captures silhouettes of dancers in various styles – ballet, hip hop, contemporary – all seemingly moving in harmony with the balloon. The balloon, then, is not just an object, but a dancer among dancers, symbolizing the unity and flow of movement in dance.
2. A Balloon’s Journey Through Dance: Here, the red balloon is depicted traveling through different “rooms” or “spaces” on the poster, each representing a different genre of dance. From a flamenco fiesta to a breakdance battle, the balloon’s path intertwines with dancers’ movements, suggesting that dance is a journey that connects diverse expressions and emotions.
3. Reflections on the Dance Floor: Picture the solitary red balloon floating above an empty dance floor, its reflection captured in the glossy surface below. As your eyes move across the poster, the empty floor gradually fills with the reflections of unseen dancers, brought to life by the light of the balloon. It’s a metaphor for the transformative power of dance and music, which can fill any space with energy and passion.
4. The Eternal Dance: This concept plays with the idea of timelessness. The red balloon is suspended in a timeless space filled with iconic dance movements frozen in mid-air around it. From the graceful leap of a ballerina to the dynamic freeze of a b-boy, these moments encircle the balloon, suggesting that while dance forms may evolve, the essence of dance is eternal.
5. Balloon as the Beat: Imagine the red balloon pulsating like a heartbeat or a bass beat at the center of the poster. Around it, dancers are captured in dynamic, explosive movements, as if the balloon’s rhythm is propelling their dance. This visual metaphor connects the balloon not just as a visual centerpiece but as the heart of the dance concert, driving the rhythm and energy of the event.