Tag: EraDefining
The Era-Defining Aesthetic of “In the Mood for Love”
There is a particular aesthetic floating abroad in the world. You could call it an atmosphere, a vibe, or just an essence of style. It’s made up of a collection of ingredients: humid alleyways in dense cities, neon lights cutting through darkness, quietly flashy fashion, nostalgic music, tragic romanticism, and the smoke of many, many cigarettes. It evokes glamour with a streak of grittiness, and the feeling of being adrift. It partakes of Golden Age Hollywood but is more international,
The Life of Frank Kozik, a Creator of Era-Defining Rock Concert Posters and Collectible Toys
Last month at the Columbarium funeral home in San Francisco, mourners gathered for the artist Frank Kozik, who died recently at 61.
The copper-domed rotunda on Loraine Court was filled with bikers and musicians from the Bay Area, along with artists who took part in the Lowbrow movement, the California pop surrealism scene from which Mr. Kozik emerged in his 30s. Some guests wore flannel shirts and leather jackets. One man with silver hair wore a Hells Angels vest.
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