Monday, 18 April 2016

Storm Elvin Thorgerson (28 February 1944 – 18 April 2013)

an English graphic designer, best known for his work for rock artists such as Pink FloydLed ZeppelinNik KershawBlack SabbathScorpionsPeter GabrielGenesisAl StewartEuropeCatherine WheelBruce DickinsonDream TheaterAnthraxThe CranberriesThe Mars VoltaMuseThe Alan Parsons ProjectBiffy Clyro and Rival Sons.

One of  Thorgerson's most famous designs are the ones for Pink Floyd. His design for The Dark Side of the Moon has been called one of the greatest album covers of all time. Designed by Thorgerson and Hipgnosis, the artwork for the cover itself was drawn by George Hardie, a designer at NTA Studios. 


Many of Thorgerson's designs are notable for their surreal elements. He often places objects out of their traditional contexts, especially with vast spaces around them, to give them an awkward appearance while highlighting their beauty. 







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