Type Tour: Anatomy of a Movie Poster

Join Poster House on a journey through the intricate world of film poster design, where typography serves not just as a means of presenting a movie’s title but as a compelling tool for storytelling. Guests will tour the exhibition with typography educator Patricia Childers who will present a deep dive into the nuanced use of typography and its accompanying innovations in Dawn Baillie’s posters. Be prepared to explore Baillie’s unique methods and learn how her avid embrace of new technology helped revolutionize movie poster typography over the past four decades.

Patricia Childers is a highly regarded educator and designer based in New York City. She is known for her expertise in teaching graphic design, theory, and typography at Citytech (New York City College of Technology, CUNY) and Pratt Institute. In addition to her work in education, she has established herself as a leading figure in the design industry through her practice, P Childers Design, which focuses on creating exceptional typography, visual identity, and publication design.

Accessibility Note: Masks and clear masks are available free of charge at the museum. Assistive listening devices and stools are available. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or a CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) are available upon request. Please contact access@posterhouse.org or (914) 295-2387 to request interpretation services and to address any other accessibility needs. For other event related questions, please contact info@posterhouse.org.