Day 50: Behind & In Front

When type sits behind part of an image and in front of another, the two become one composition. It creates depth and integration — the type no longer sits on top of the image like a caption but becomes part of the scene. This technique is common in magazine covers and film posters.

Objective. Integrate typography and imagery through layering.

Design a poster for a portrait photography exhibition where the title weaves behind and in front of the subject.

• Type must pass behind at least one part of the image and in front of another
• The title must remain readable
• One photograph only
• Maximum two typefaces

• Convincing depth between type and image
• A readable title
• A cohesive, magazine-quality result

Do it with an analogue process: print the photo, cut it, and layer real paper type.