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History of Album Artwork.

1938 – Columbia records hire Alex Steinweiss as its first art director. He is credited with the
invention of the album cover.

1939 – Alex Steinwess comes up with the idea of replacing standard labels on album covers
with original artwork. This leads to some of the worlds most talented graphic designers
gaining some well earned exposure. After his initial efforts at Columbia records, other
record companies realise the potential that can be had, and follow his lead.

1940 – By the late 1940’s record albums for al major companies have followed Steinweisse’s
lead. It feature their own unique colourful paper covers in both 10 and 12 inch sizes. They
also either involve reproductions of classic art or utilized original designs.

1950-1980’s – 12” LP records and the 45rpm record are major formats for distribution of
popular music. The size of the typical cardboard LP sleeve cover is 12.375 inches square.

1990’s – The CD becomes the most common form of physically distributed music products.
Formats on packaging material vary from plastic jewel cases to popular cardboard & plastic
combinations commonly known as a Digipak. The size of these components is typically 4.75
inches square.
2000’s + - The introduction of the IPod and digital download, means that CD sales take a hit.
That doesn’t mean to say that album artwork does too though. They are simply shown on
the digital download sale.
Famous and Inspirational Album Covers:

An album cover needs to be eye catching to its audience. The image would need to have a
significance to the band/artist and/or songs that is on the album. Most tend to feature the
band/artist itself in iconic poses or there are controversial images which will attract massive
attention;




                            The Beatles – Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club




                                         Nirvana – Nevermind
Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III




   Michael Jackson – Thriller




Rolling Stones – Exile On Main St.
Bob Marley and The Wailers – Catch A Fire

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History of album artwork

  • 1. History of Album Artwork. 1938 – Columbia records hire Alex Steinweiss as its first art director. He is credited with the invention of the album cover. 1939 – Alex Steinwess comes up with the idea of replacing standard labels on album covers with original artwork. This leads to some of the worlds most talented graphic designers gaining some well earned exposure. After his initial efforts at Columbia records, other record companies realise the potential that can be had, and follow his lead. 1940 – By the late 1940’s record albums for al major companies have followed Steinweisse’s lead. It feature their own unique colourful paper covers in both 10 and 12 inch sizes. They also either involve reproductions of classic art or utilized original designs. 1950-1980’s – 12” LP records and the 45rpm record are major formats for distribution of popular music. The size of the typical cardboard LP sleeve cover is 12.375 inches square. 1990’s – The CD becomes the most common form of physically distributed music products. Formats on packaging material vary from plastic jewel cases to popular cardboard & plastic combinations commonly known as a Digipak. The size of these components is typically 4.75 inches square. 2000’s + - The introduction of the IPod and digital download, means that CD sales take a hit. That doesn’t mean to say that album artwork does too though. They are simply shown on the digital download sale.
  • 2. Famous and Inspirational Album Covers: An album cover needs to be eye catching to its audience. The image would need to have a significance to the band/artist and/or songs that is on the album. Most tend to feature the band/artist itself in iconic poses or there are controversial images which will attract massive attention; The Beatles – Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Nirvana – Nevermind
  • 3. Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III Michael Jackson – Thriller Rolling Stones – Exile On Main St.
  • 4. Bob Marley and The Wailers – Catch A Fire