Bjorn Aronson “Tomorrowland” (1955)
Entering and exiting Disneyland (as well as later parks) guests are funneled through what Walt Disney envisioned as akin to the lobby of a movie theater, where posters attract moviegoers to current and upcoming features. The first posters were designed by graphic artist Bjorn Aronson, who used the silk-screen printing technique to create “large posters bright, colorful, and more importantly, attention grabbing.” 1
Aronson designed travel posters, “large, silk-screened graphics displayed at train depots, bus stations, and airports that could be read quickly and easily in a fast-paced society.” 1
Aronson’s large (54"x 36") posters are highly sought after, fetching large sums.
1 - Poster Art of the Disney Parks, Danny Handke and Vanessa Hunt (2012) is a wonderful resource
