Enric Bricall Library presents the exhibition about Milton Glaser (1929–2020), a key figure in contemporary illustration and American graphic design. Educated in New York and influenced by European art, he developed a distinctive vision capable of bridging tradition and modernity. His work is marked by an expressive use of line, color, and composition, always in the service of clear and direct communication.
At the beginning of his career, his style was closely linked to pop aesthetics, with flat shapes, vivid colors, and strong symbolic impact. This phase reflects the visual energy of the 1960s and 1970s, as well as a desire to reach a broad audience through immediate and recognizable imagery. However, Glaser never confined himself to a single approach and continually explored new expressive paths.
Over time, his illustration evolved into a more eclectic and refined language, incorporating historical, pictorial, and typographic influences. He skillfully merged classical references with a contemporary sensibility, creating images of great visual and conceptual richness. His career reveals a constant search, where each work becomes a reflection on the power of images.
