Design in Context

Arts & Crafts Movement
William morris - 1980

• wiliam morris  is famous for his floral styled prints that have been recreated in modern day wall paper, typography and textiles.
• Although William Morris was not a fan of prints he founded the the Kelmscott press and is most well known for his prints.
• William morris believed that the work of the 'Arts & Craft Movement' could rectify social problems.

Inspirations - Medival art and the work of John Raskin
John Raskin

• Victorian writer and artist.
• His writing inspired the Arts and Crafts Movement.

Peter Behrens

• Important was important figure in Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau.
• Behrens was a self taught architect and designer.
• Created corporate branding.
• Behrens believed in all aspects of art and design.
• Type combined Roman typeface with the German Gothic styled type.

1.Henry Van Dvelde
Will Bradley

• Early work inspired by English and American wood cuts.
• Later inspired by Japanese prints.

1960's Psychedelic

• Socially progressive ideals
• Reaction against Americans going to war with Vietnam
• Liberal attitudes to sex and drugs
• Youth counter culture

2.Martin Sharp
Inspired by Wes Wilson