13. Fashion Illustrators
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GEORGE BARBIER
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Barbier
My exposure to George Barbier was a collection of his postcards found in a quaint little shop in Niagara on the Lake. (It’s where the ‘rents live.) Barbier was born in 1882 in France. He came to national attention when he mounted his own exhibit in 1911. What I enjoy of Barbiers work is the innovative way he has to showcase fashion, as well as his attention to detail in regards to background. I’m also partial to his palate. Lastly there is always a story going on in the wings, due to his clever set up of characters and scenes.
BENITO
Born in 1892 in Spain, Benito was the designer to make the flapper figure fashionable. At the age of 19 he moved to Paris and became established as a fashion artist. For over 20 years he was a cover artist for ‘Vogue’ magazine. What sets Benito apart from the others is his ablity to control where your eyes go with his composition. He also injects a subtle humour to his pieces. (Man, does that dog make me giggle.)
LEON BAKST
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Léon_Bakst
A new discovery for me, Leon Bakst was born in the mid 1800’s, Russia. He did a fair amount of costume illustration and design, that was heavily influenced by the Orient. I’m completely blown away by how passionate and tempestuous these pieces seem. There is way more going on than just fashion illustration.
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