Monika Olivová
Poster IN RECONSTRUCTION
Laser print
Hand-glued letters, then scanned
Digitally processed in Photoshop
The poster metaphorically depicts the process of reconstruction and the elements closely associated with it. Its composition is dynamic, featuring fragments of renovation, such as a measuring tape, guidelines, and measurements. The central motif of the poster is a bold grotesque font, enhanced with imaginary serifs created using adhesive tape—acting as the main tool of the repair. Rather than presenting a finished, closed composition, the poster instead conveys the essence of imperfection, inaccuracy, and subtle destruction.
For the creation of the poster, I took a traditional, manual approach. I glued the letters with tape onto paper and then digitally edited the poster in post-production.
Variations:
Image to text description:
A typographic poster with the text "TROUBLING" written in white on a black background, the letters "B" and "K" highlighted, with a yellow "80" tape measure. The design is minimalist and modern, using geometric shapes to create an abstract representation of construction tools like rebar or pipes. It uses a bold sans-serif font for the word "TROUBLING" and the numbers for things being constructed or built, such as the two 2-meter measurements in a golden yellow color, vector illustration, flat design, 3D render, typography.
A typographic poster with the text "RECONSTRUCT Bretman Culture" in white letters on a black background, a tape measure as a graphic element, and yellow stickers in different sizes stacked on top of each other, forming an arch shape around all the letters. This modern typography design is in the style of Mo Hein Mandel and Eiko Ojala, inspired by the work of Saul Bass.
Minimalist poster with the word 'REJECKT' in Grotesk-style lettering, white letters on a black background. The text is made of yellow tape and has an arrow pointing to it. There are also some small green leaves around, in the style of Stanley Kubrick.
A typographic poster with the word "REKON Trading" written in white, yellow tape, and paper collage elements on a black background. A measuring tape is drawn around it. The lettering 'v' is in the top left corner of the text. The text also includes details about trading times and intensity. It's designed in the style of Moebius.
LLM description:
"This image presents an experimental typographic treatment of the word "REKONSTRUKCI", incorporating elements of physical manipulation and the symbolism of measurement. The letters are white, cut out, and affixed to a black background with yellow adhesive tape, creating the impression of unfinished work or an ongoing creative process. The use of space is significant—some letters are slightly tilted or shifted, evoking the concept of disintegration and subsequent reassembly. An important element is the measuring tape and hand-drawn arrows with dimensions “200 cm” and “18.3 cm”, reinforcing the theme of reconstruction, precision, and physical intervention. The overall style is modern, with an emphasis on dynamism and informality, making it an example of experimental typography with a narrative subtext." ChatGPT 4.0, OpenAI
Using artificial intelligence, I generated a series of visual designs, which I then refined to best express and emphasize the central idea of the poster titled "In Reconstruction". The entire process involved a combination of generative tools and my own adjustments, allowing for the creation of a unique image that not only complements but also visually underscores the key message of the project. In this way, the design emerged, merging technological innovation with artistic vision, reflecting the main theme of “reconstruction” as a process of renewal and transformation.
Galerie G18 ve Zlíně
Gallery of the Faculty of Multimedia Communications,
Tomas Bata University in Zlín
Štefánikova 5670, Zlín
Czech republic