The Album Art of Phil Hartman(n)
Phil Hartman, a versatile artist, designed album art for West Coast rock bands like Poco and America in the 1970s. Transitioning to comedy, he left behind a lesser-known but impactful graphic design legacy.
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Phil Hartman, known for iconic roles on "Saturday Night Live" and "The Simpsons," had a lesser-known career designing album art for West Coast rock bands before his rise to fame in comedy. Hartman's artistic talent and graphic design skills led him to create covers for bands like Poco and America in the 1970s. His minimalist and folk-inspired designs complemented the music of these bands, contributing to their visual identity. Despite his success in graphic design, Hartman transitioned to acting and comedy, ultimately leaving behind his design career to pursue a prominent role on SNL. His legacy as a versatile artist and performer endures, with his impact felt across various creative fields. Hartman's graphic design work remains a lesser-known aspect of his multifaceted career, showcasing his artistic versatility and early contributions to the music industry.
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18 commentsHe always possessed a balanced approach to his across the board talent.
There have been a number of musicians with strong art backgrounds or actual careers in design. David Yow of The Jesus Lizard springs to mind (https://glassworkscoffee.com/blogs/beans/david-yow) as well as Bill Drummond of The KLF.
Holy cow. Never knew.
I grew up with his stuff.
And yet I'm so distracted by the unnecessary fade-in content it torques my jaw.
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