In pictures: Satyajit Ray poster exhibition

Handout photos of a new exhibition celebrating the work of renowned Indian filmmaker, Satyajit Ray opening in London at the BFI (British Film Institute) Aug 2013 (It runs until October). Satyajit Ray was considered one of the greats of Indian cinema, and won accolades for it (his first film made in 1955 won 11 international prizes, including an award at Cannes) But this exhibition at the BFI celebrates his littleknown career as a graphic designer before he turned filmmaker, reflecting 1950s India. CREDIT: Courtesy British Film Institute

“The posters show him as a polymath figure – not only did Ray make films, but he designed his own posters for them and even created film sets and costumes. They show how he was involved with every aspect of his films and reveal a lot about the filmmak???

Most of Ray’s designs are simple, frequently using just one, strong image.Courtesy Nik Harrison

Several of his posters use similar styles, off floating heads of the actors and actresses taken from his film stills combined with bright calligraphy. Courtesy Satyajit Ray

Stevens says Ray’s approach to the design of his posters often reflects the tone of the film being advertised: “The posters bring to the fore his visual eye. Ray’s films are so visually assured and reveal so much attention to detail and you can see ???

Portrait of the Indian movie director Satyajit Ray taken in 1989 in Calcutta during the ceremony where he was to be made a member the Legion of Honour by the French President François Mitterrand.