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Lots to discover on the new Montreux Jazz poster

23/02/2017 written by Michel Imhof
The new poster for the 51st edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival was unveiled today. The motif, designed by French illustrator Malika Favre, shows several dancing female silhouettes. But a closer look reveals much more.

Every year since 1967, an artist has been commissioned to design the poster for the Montreux Jazz Festival. This year, French artist Malika Favre is following in the footsteps of Jean Tinguely, Andy Warhol and David Bowie. Her poster was unveiled today.

At first glance, the poster looks rather plain, with black and white silhouettes of women. But on closer inspection, you can see that there are six instruments hidden in the poster. "I've always loved hiding things in my drawings," she says. "I've incorporated this crazy energy into the image as well as the more traditional jazz aspect with the instruments." The London-based illustrator is characterized above all by her "less is more" style and incorporates both pop and op art (art with optical illusions) into her works.

The 51st edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival will take place from June 30 to July 15, 2017. This year's program will be announced on 30 March.

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