George Kempster's Stamp-Like Posters
George Kempster, a graphic designer from Manchester, creates posters that mimic the style of postage stamps, complete with perforated edges and unique subjects. Unlike traditional stamps featuring monarchs or presidents, his designs depict waterfalls, landscapes, motivational phrases, and humorous content. The stamp originated in mid-19th century England from teacher Rowland Hill's idea to have senders pay postage. Kempster's work celebrates the nostalgic and melancholic aspect of stamps, which are rarely used today. His graphics are intended for wall display rather than mailing.
Key facts
- George Kempster is a graphic designer from Manchester.
- His posters resemble postage stamps with perforated edges and unique subjects.
- Subjects include waterfalls, landscapes, motivational phrases, and humorous content.
- Stamps originated in mid-19th century England from Rowland Hill's idea.
- Hill proposed senders pay postage to avoid recipient refusal.
- Kempster's work has a nostalgic and melancholic tone.
- His graphics are meant for wall display, not mailing.
- The article is from Collater.al.
Entities
Artists
- George Kempster
Institutions
- Collater.al
Locations
- Manchester
- England