"Sound Design: U.K. Music and Graphic Design," an event organized by the British Council, will present an overview of music industry design in Britain from the '60s to the present day.
Considered by many young designers the most exciting and productive graphic genre, record sleeve design has consistently attracted the most talented and adventurous artists.
The exhibition will show works from 15 designers who have contributed to the genre's evolution. They include Hipgnosis, Roger Dean, Jamie Reid, Neville Brody, Peter Saville, Malcolm Garrett and Designers Republic.
In Tokyo, the event will be held until Nov. 27 at the Ground, (03) 3498-1913, in Harajuku, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call (03) 3235-8031.
In Osaka, the exhibition will be shown at the British Council Osaka, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed on Sunday. Call (06) 6342-5301.
For more information on the event and a related graphics workshop, access the event's Web site at www.uknow.or.jp/bc//fs_ news_sounddesign_e.htm
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