🎵 Part 1: Analysing 1960s Album Cover Design

1. Which of these colours were most commonly used in 1960s psychedelic album covers?

Bright orange, purple, and yellow

Black, white, and grey

Pastel pink and beige

Dark brown and navy blue

2. What visual elements were typical of 1960s album cover design? (Tick all that apply)

Swirling, flowing patterns

Peace symbols and flowers

Hand-drawn, bubble-style fonts

Geometric, minimalist layouts

Kaleidoscope and mandala patterns

3. The Beatles' album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" is famous for its:

Simple black and white photograph

Collage of famous people and colourful uniforms

Abstract geometric shapes

Single colour background

4. 1960s album covers often reflected the cultural movements of the time. Name two cultural themes that influenced album cover design:

1. _________________________ 2. _________________________

✏️ Part 2: Design Planning

5. Create your fictional 1960s band. Fill in the details:

Band Name: _________________________________

Album Title: _________________________________

Music Genre: _________________________________

6. List three visual elements you will include in your album cover design to make it look authentically 1960s:

7. Describe your colour scheme choice and explain why it suits the 1960s style:

8. Sketch your album cover design in the box below. Include your band name, album title, and key 1960s design elements:

9. How does your album cover design communicate the mood and style of 1960s music culture?

10. If you were to improve your design, what would you change and why?