McMullan's Theater Posters
First Sketches to Final Art
On display at the
Avram Gallery
July 10 to September 8, 2008
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday
2-6 p.m.
James McMullan is one of America's foremost illustrators, best known for the memorable theater posters he creates.
From Arcadia and Carousel to Six Degrees of Separation and South Pacific, McMullan's posters offer a unique view of contemporary American theater. It is McMullan's ability to capture the essence and tone of every play that makes his posters like no others.
McMullan's methods are thoughtful and often painstaking. From initial pencil sketch to final image, all posters follow a path of careful consideration, revision, and reworking. The many sketches and alternate versions on display with his posters provide a fascinating glimpse into the artist's creative process.
Theater lovers and art lovers alike will enjoy
this wonderful display of the art and passion of
American theater at its best.
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