Original San Francisco Olympic Summer Games Poster, 2002 by Michael Schwab
ABOUT
An exceptional series of contemporary graphic design, aimed at bringing the Summer Olympic Games to the Bay Area in 2012. The Bridge to the Future original poster series from 2002 consists of commemorative posters by twelve nationally renowned artists in support of San Francisco Bay Area's bid for the 2012 Olympic Games. Artists include Primo Angeli, Sharrie Brooks, David Lance Goines, Kit Hinrichs, Michael Mabry, Jennifer Morla, Jean Orlebeke, Ward Schumaker, Michael Schwab, Todd Simmons, Samuel Smidt, Michael Vanderbyl and Min Wang.
The results were sold to raise money for the campaign that ultimately failed. Yet the posters succeeded and became collectibles. This piece was created by artist Michael Schwab.
- CREATOR Michael Schwab.
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.2002.
- MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Lithograph.
- CONDITION Good. Minor wear consistent with age and use.
- DIMENSIONS Sheet: H 27 in. W 18 in.
HISTORY
Born in Oklahoma, Michael Schwab now lives and works in Northern California. From his studio in Marin County, he has established a national reputation as one of America’s leading graphic artists.
He has created national award-winning logos and posters for a remarkable list of prestigious clients, including Apple, Amtrak, the Golden Gate National Parks, Major League Baseball, Robert Mondavi, Muhammad Ali, Nike, Pebble Beach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Robert Redford, San Francisco Opera, Sundance, Sunset Books and Wells Fargo, among others.
