Revolution in the Head: Wes Wilson

Wes Wilson is generally acknowledged as as the father of the 60's rock concert poster. Wilson's first poster was self-published in 1965 and nicknamed 'Are We Next', it is a protest by Wilson to the ever increasing U.S involvement in the Vietnam war, and is a clear example of Wilson's politics and his willingness to speak out through his art. Wilson's posters are notable for distorted hand lettering, vibrant colours and strong images, earning him the reputation as the inventor of the psychedelic poster. Wilson's work drew inspiration from posters designed by European artists such as Alphonse Mucha, Gustave Klimt, and Egon Schiele. 

Wes Wilson's Artistic Influences: 

Alphonse Mucha

• Subject matter: female figures, floral decoration, flowing lines, inspiration from nature

​Van Gogh

• Psychedelic subject matter, flowing lines, very expressive, distorted,