Saul Bass: Short Films and Title Sequences Part of the BY DESIGN Houston Screening Series Tuesday, February 11, 7:00PM Location: Aurora Picture Show, 2442 Bartlett Street Aurora Members Free, Non-member $10
Saul Bass was one of the great graphic designers of the mid-20th century and the undisputed master of the film titles, thanks to collaborations with such directors as Alfred Hitchcock and Otto Preminger. Series curator Peter Lucas will speak about his film work and present a selection of his classic film title sequences and rarely-screened short films Why Man Creates (1968), Notes On The Popular Arts (1978), The Solar Film (1980).
BYDESIGN Houston explores intersections of graphic arts and moving image with special programs showcasing the work of pioneering filmmaker Oskar Fischinger, legendary title designer and director Saul Bass, and contemporary design collective MK12. Join us in celebrating multidisciplinary works that have transformed our visual culture through design in motion. All programs will be at Aurora Picture Show except for the first night which will be at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston.
Curator Peter Lucas has organized exhibitions, film screening series, and events in association with the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Menil Collection, Aurora Picture Show, Northwest Film Forum, Seattle International Film Festival, Experience Music Project, and a variety of other galleries and venues. He was named Best Curator by the Houston Press in both 2012 and 2013. Lucas is also an active artist and arts writer.
This program is sponsored by Scott and Judy Nyquist. Special thanks to Saint Arnold Brewing Company.
