POSTER
Definition. A poster is a temporary promotion of an idea, product, or event put up in a public
space for mass consumption. Typically, posters include both textual and graphic elements,
although a poster may be either wholly graphical ort wholly text. Foresters are designed to
be both eye-catching and informative. The main of the poster is to capture a moving
audience with a message. Posters are designed and used for many purposes. They are a
frequent tool of advertisers, propagandists, protestors and other groups trying to communicate
a message. Posters are also used for reproduction of artwork particularly famous works.
A Poster is a large notice announcing or advertising something. It generally creates social
awareness about any problem or needs. It also conveys a social message in an eye-catching
way.
♦ Main Features of a Poster
Layout: A creative title in the form of a slogan or rhyming words.
For example, Speed thrills but kills; Pollution needs a solution; Green is clean.
You can use Match Stick figures for illustration.
Proper spacing and proportionate headings and illustrations.
Date, time and venue must be mentioned in case of an event.
A poster displays a message or an appeal to create awareness.
The content should be organised in an appropriate style.
Use appropriate expressions and correct language.
The theme should be clear.
The poster should be creative and related to the content and theme should not be
vague.
Do not spend much time on illustration. Written language and expressions will only
help you score better.
Name of the issuing authority or the organizers is a must.
Model Poster
You are a member of the S.P.C.A. Draft a poster in not more than 50 words, to create
awareness on the need to prevent cruelty to animals. You are Suhas/Suhasini.
Answer: