Creative Networks / Mike Mignola

Following feedback from Josh, we were advised that we should create three separate posters which will work together yet could also stand alone. These pieces are often taken away as a memento of the event. Josh also suggested that we do something different with the artwork to avoid any copyright issues.

On discussion, we chose to run with red, as we felt this summed up Mignola's work effectively. He adopts a continuous comic book style that we wanted to capture in these pieces.

I chose to focus on Mike's characters, demonstrating the diversity of the characters he creates. Mike is renowned for his work on Hellboy, so this was a focal point for my poster. I chose to cut out a variety of his characters faces in black and white, and have Hellboy's in red to convey importance to the character and comply with the colour palette. Having the faces flow from the box creates an efficient composition and a sense of assortment in Mike's work.

Here is the poster I came up with for the event:

Rhys used an example of Mike's work and added red detailing to create a dynamic piece which showcased the detail in his work. This use of colour also matched the colour palette successfully. Rhys placed the rectangular box of information in the middle to suit the choice of image. In doing this, the tentacles now protrude from each angle of the box and creates a balanced composition.

Jack chose to work with type and chose the classic 'Hellboy' typeface. This poster has a different treatment towards mine and Rhys' work, however, it still appears powerful and encapsulates Mignola's working style. The composition is contemporary, menacing and definitely interesting as it would successfully grab attention.

Each poster has differences which do work together as a set and can also be used alone, which was our initial goal.

Three sets of these posters must now be printed in preparation for the event on the 3rd of November, along with vinyl.