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WHAT DO KNOW ABOUT POSTER?

There are many posters over the places that we have seen, we know that for every
posters have the unique things, and There is a lot of variation which depend on the
topic. But do you know about what is actually poster?
Definition
Posters is a large sheet that is placed either in public space or on a wall as well as
decoration. The main elements of poster are graphics and textual, Poster are designed
to be eye-catching and informative, Poster are created and designed for people in every
purpose. Such as advertisers, propagandas, protesters, and so on.

Poster gives a massage to influence audiences to follow the instructions. May be


someone change their suggestion or opinion. that is why, Poster must have its design
perfectly to be attractive in a simple, easy, and affordable way

Structure
1. Title
2. Text
3. Design
4. Color Affect
5. Layout
6. Space

Characteristics
1. Poster text must be short, concise, clear, and attractive.
2. In posters it is not allowed to use verbose sentences.
3. The text used must be suggestive (influencing), effective (concise), and easy to
remember.
4. If the poster includes an image, then the image must match the theme in the poster,
have clear colors and illustrations, and not be too flashy.
5. Memorable, although people read it as they pass.
6. Displayed on a flat surface, and in strategic locations or in public places.
7. Consists of letters, numbers, symbols, pictures or a combination thereof.
8. Designed on a paper or cloth.
Benefits
1. Source of information
Variation of posters that are displayed in various places, makes it seen and read by
the audience, So the poster will be conveyed and understood well.

2. Motive and Inspire

Motivation and Inspiration in Poster, will be changed everyone. Because the quotes
and spirit in text are able to provide an injection of enthusiasm and inspiration for the
readers. Especially if the reader is in a bad condition. So it could be through simple
words can make him rise again.

3. To Provide Criticism and suggestion

Sometimes, We know our condition is feel like annoying, in our hearts want to change
the rules, Criticism and suggestion is providing on poster, Especially Propaganda
Posters, through this, People know how to change and become a better life by giving
their opinion.

4. Become a source of income

The benefits of posters can also be to bring in income. Especially for people who have
the ability to design a poster. This is a golden opportunity that is too bad to waste. In
fact, this can be your side job that earns quite a lot.

Kind of Posters

1. Informarcial Posters

An informercial poster is the most common type of poster, it is the basic that you may
have noticed on the sidewalk. These posters generally talk about a product or service
that has recently been launched.

2. Formative Posters

Formative Posters spread an info about health or awareness.

3. Fashion Posters
Majority of famous Fashion Brand using the poster to keep their brand popular, a
model name and the product with a catchy tagline. Usually Fashion Poster use a large
image.

4. Political ad Posters

The Political parties giving their integrity, vision in their campaign in order to get a lot
of votes, They also spread awareness about the different parties that standing for
elections.

5. Affirmative Posters

These posters generally feature a motivational quote to motivate the reader.


Businesses could use such posters to make a passerby smile about a motivating quote
and discreetly adding their brand name on the footer of the poster.

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