Is not Anyone Alive: A Graphic Project by Toshihiro Shimizu

Revealing the Unseen through Photographic Mosaic

The theater play "Is not Anyone Alive" was originally written in 2007 as a Theater of the Absurd, where everyone dies without revealing the cause of death. For the replay of the play after a decade, Shimizu's design takes on a new appearance and significance in light of the earthquake and nuclear crisis that struck Japan. The designer's intention was to shed light on the aftermath of the accident between people by incorporating radiation symbols into the faces of the actors.

The realization of this design was achieved through the medium of paper print. The poster measures 515mm x 728mm, while the two flyers come in different sizes - Flyer 1: 297mm x 420mm and Flyer 2: 210mm x 297mm. The use of photographic mosaic technique adds a visually captivating element to the design, further emphasizing the theme of the play.

Shimizu's design for "Is not Anyone Alive" has garnered recognition and acclaim. In 2018, it was awarded the Iron A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration, and Visual Communication Design category. This prestigious award is given to designs that demonstrate excellence in both form and function, meeting professional and industrial requirements. The design is commended for its integration of industry best practices and competent technical characteristics, ultimately contributing to a better world.

With its unique approach and powerful symbolism, Toshihiro Shimizu's graphic project for "Is not Anyone Alive" successfully captures the essence of the theater play and invites the audience to contemplate the unseen consequences of human actions.