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Memphis / 80s PostmodernClash on purpose.

Squiggles, zigzags, and terrazzo speckles in hot pink, electric blue, and yellow, scattered across the page like a toy box tipped over.

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Chiptune and synth-pop nights, roller discos, and skate jams.

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A music event · GPT Image 2.5 SunburstLevel Up LiveRead the exact prompt
Create a finished portrait poster for a live music event, in a 2:3 aspect ratio. Produce the poster artwork itself, without a frame, wall, or room mockup.

POSTER TEXT
Use the following event information exactly as written. The labels before each colon are for you, not for the poster; print only the text after them. Do not invent extra event details.
Title: Level Up Live
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 7pm
Where: Posterage Hall, Mission District
Lineup / highlights: Chiptune sets from Bitwise and 8-Bit Betty
Arcade cabinets on free play all night
Admission: $8 · All ages

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Memphis / 80s Postmodern style.
Visual vocabulary: squiggles and zigzag patterns; clashing bright colours; laminated or plastic surface feel; mix of geometric and organic shapes; terrazzo or speckled textures.
Lettering direction: bold geometric sans; playful scale contrasts; text at playful angles.
Suggested colors: hot pink, electric blue, yellow, black, white, teal.
Composition: scattered energetic composition; no single focal point.
Atmosphere: fun, irreverent, deliberately kitsch.
Keep out of the design: muted natural palettes, serious minimalism, craft-fair aesthetics.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A chunky arcade joystick and a pixel-shaped blob bouncing among zigzags and speckled terrazzo confetti.
These notes guide the imagery; do not print them as text.

Make the event name the strongest text element. Keep supporting details readable, with clear contrast and comfortable margins. Check spelling and retain the supplied wording. Do not include these instructions, labels, watermarks, or extra slogans in the artwork.
A community event · GPT Image 2.5 SunburstPotrero Skate JamRead the exact prompt
Create a finished portrait poster for a community event, in a 2:3 aspect ratio. Produce the poster artwork itself, without a frame, wall, or room mockup.

POSTER TEXT
Use the following event information exactly as written. The labels before each colon are for you, not for the poster; print only the text after them. Do not invent extra event details.
Title: Potrero Skate Jam
When: Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 1pm
Where: Potrero del Sol Skatepark
Activities / highlights: Open sessions, best-trick contest, and a barbecue
Admission: Free · Helmets under 16

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Memphis / 80s Postmodern style.
Visual vocabulary: squiggles and zigzag patterns; clashing bright colours; laminated or plastic surface feel; mix of geometric and organic shapes; terrazzo or speckled textures.
Lettering direction: bold geometric sans; playful scale contrasts; text at playful angles.
Suggested colors: hot pink, electric blue, yellow, black, white, teal.
Composition: scattered energetic composition; no single focal point.
Atmosphere: fun, irreverent, deliberately kitsch.
Keep out of the design: muted natural palettes, serious minimalism, craft-fair aesthetics.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A skateboard mid-flip over a squiggle ramp, surrounded by triangles, circles, and terrazzo speckles.
These notes guide the imagery; do not print them as text.

Make the event name the strongest text element. Keep supporting details readable, with clear contrast and comfortable margins. Check spelling and retain the supplied wording. Do not include these instructions, labels, watermarks, or extra slogans in the artwork.
A music event · GPT Image 2.5 SunburstNeon CircuitRead the exact prompt
Create a finished portrait poster for a live music event, in a 2:3 aspect ratio. Produce the poster artwork itself, without a frame, wall, or room mockup.

POSTER TEXT
Use the following event information exactly as written. The labels before each colon are for you, not for the poster; print only the text after them. Do not invent extra event details.
Title: Neon Circuit
When: Friday, April 3, 2026 · 10pm
Where: The Tallow Works, Potrero Hill
Lineup / highlights: Synthwave, italo, and live electronics
VHS Dreams · Analog Girl · Kestrel
Admission: $15 · 21+

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Memphis / 80s Postmodern style.
Visual vocabulary: squiggles and zigzag patterns; clashing bright colours; laminated or plastic surface feel; mix of geometric and organic shapes; terrazzo or speckled textures.
Lettering direction: bold geometric sans; playful scale contrasts; text at playful angles.
Suggested colors: hot pink, electric blue, yellow, black, white, teal.
Composition: scattered energetic composition; no single focal point.
Atmosphere: fun, irreverent, deliberately kitsch.
Keep out of the design: muted natural palettes, serious minimalism, craft-fair aesthetics.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A boxy synthesizer with squiggle cables sprouting from it, zigzag lightning bolts and terrazzo speckles around.
These notes guide the imagery; do not print them as text.

Make the event name the strongest text element. Keep supporting details readable, with clear contrast and comfortable margins. Check spelling and retain the supplied wording. Do not include these instructions, labels, watermarks, or extra slogans in the artwork.
A community event · GPT Image 2.5 SunburstSaturday Code ClubRead the exact prompt
Create a finished portrait poster for a community event, in a 2:3 aspect ratio. Produce the poster artwork itself, without a frame, wall, or room mockup.

POSTER TEXT
Use the following event information exactly as written. The labels before each colon are for you, not for the poster; print only the text after them. Do not invent extra event details.
Title: Saturday Code Club
When: Every Saturday from September 12, 2026 · 10am
Where: The Hub, Excelsior
Activities / highlights: Learn to build games and websites
Laptops provided, ages 9–14
Admission: Free · Sign up required

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Memphis / 80s Postmodern style.
Visual vocabulary: squiggles and zigzag patterns; clashing bright colours; laminated or plastic surface feel; mix of geometric and organic shapes; terrazzo or speckled textures.
Lettering direction: bold geometric sans; playful scale contrasts; text at playful angles.
Suggested colors: hot pink, electric blue, yellow, black, white, teal.
Composition: scattered energetic composition; no single focal point.
Atmosphere: fun, irreverent, deliberately kitsch.
Keep out of the design: muted natural palettes, serious minimalism, craft-fair aesthetics.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A chunky laptop with squiggles and blocky shapes bursting out of its screen like a tipped toy box.
These notes guide the imagery; do not print them as text.

Make the event name the strongest text element. Keep supporting details readable, with clear contrast and comfortable margins. Check spelling and retain the supplied wording. Do not include these instructions, labels, watermarks, or extra slogans in the artwork.
A music event · GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst24th Street Block PartyRead the exact prompt
Create a finished portrait poster for a live music event, in a 2:3 aspect ratio. Produce the poster artwork itself, without a frame, wall, or room mockup.

POSTER TEXT
Use the following event information exactly as written. The labels before each colon are for you, not for the poster; print only the text after them. Do not invent extra event details.
Title: 24th Street Block Party
When: Saturday, July 18, 2026 · 3pm till late
Where: 24th Street, Mission District
Lineup / highlights: DJs, MCs, breakers, and a live graffiti wall
Hosted by Marcus Dee
Admission: Free · All ages

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Memphis / 80s Postmodern style.
Visual vocabulary: squiggles and zigzag patterns; clashing bright colours; laminated or plastic surface feel; mix of geometric and organic shapes; terrazzo or speckled textures.
Lettering direction: bold geometric sans; playful scale contrasts; text at playful angles.
Suggested colors: hot pink, electric blue, yellow, black, white, teal.
Composition: scattered energetic composition; no single focal point.
Atmosphere: fun, irreverent, deliberately kitsch.
Keep out of the design: muted natural palettes, serious minimalism, craft-fair aesthetics.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A boombox with zigzag sound waves, a spray can, and a breakdancer built from chunky geometric shapes.
These notes guide the imagery; do not print them as text.

Make the event name the strongest text element. Keep supporting details readable, with clear contrast and comfortable margins. Check spelling and retain the supplied wording. Do not include these instructions, labels, watermarks, or extra slogans in the artwork.

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