Forbidden Planet Music Poster Design
INTRO
Forbidden Planet, released in 1956, is a classic science fiction film with a pioneering electronic score by Bebe and Louis Barron. Their innovative use of electronic sounds and effects captivated audiences and profoundly influenced the evolution of electronic music, laying the groundwork for its future development.
MANDATE
The task was to create a poster for the Forbidden Planet soundtrack. Crafting the “Forbidden Planet” poster involved deeply engaging with the music to capture its essence and mood, ensuring the design reflected its unique qualities.
PROCESS
I began the process by deeply engaging with the music, playing it repeatedly to understand its textures and visualize a design that could properly convey the music while directly connecting with the film itself. The creative process spanned several weeks and involved experimenting with various mediums, such as hand-drawn sketches, mark-making, photography, and digital graphics. Ultimately, the concept of vibrant paper collages emerged as the most compelling choice to convey the music of Forbidden Planet visually. Through manipulation of geometric shapes and colored paper, the design acquired a robotic aesthetic reminiscent of the film. Incorporating a variety of typefaces further enriched the visual experience, infusing the final design with intrigue.
OUTCOME
The project was very exciting, seamlessly blending imagination, visual storytelling, and playful typographic experimentation. I had a blast listening to the music and letting it inspire the design—it was truly enjoyable. This process helped me change how I tackle other creative projects.