Posters are paper prints designed to communicate ideas quickly in a graphical manner. They are basically reproductions that are multiplied in large quantities with a lower grade of paper and inks.
Posters come in various shapes and sizes and serve for a wide range of purposes. Ever since the beginning, they proved to be a very powerful means of expression, continuously evolving to satisfy the growing needs of modern society. The term “poster” has a long history behind it and comes from the ancient practice of “posting” messages in public places. Text posters were the first to appear and they were basically used to transmit information in an effective way.
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