![]() ![]() But I wanted to put that kid in a tuxedo – a tuxedo and white dress shirt, looking like Sinatra walking into the spotlight to the applause of a sold-out Vegas performance. I begged his agent to let me create the cover for Off the Wall!Īt the time, young Michael was a gangly kid with an Afro. Suddenly I was struck by lightning – I knew the look for Michael. ![]() In The Wiz, he was grown man and a person in his own right. He out-danced, out-sang, and out-performed the rest of the cast, and with a personality bigger than the screen. Until The Wiz, I had only thought of Michael as the kid from The Jacksons and The Jackson 5. Michel always used the look we created for Off the Wall as a logo. The look Michael and I created together at the time was a graphic metaphor of his coming of age, of his stepping out as a man on his own. Those images, the black and white palette, the socks and glove, and all the other trademark elements we came up with, were kept in some form as the symbol of Michael Jackson throughout his career. Below is a transcript of an interview Mike Salisbury did shortly after Michael’s passing, on the eve of the album’s 30th anniversary, in which he reflects on the inspiration for the legendary album cover and the process of bringing it to life. The album was released on Augand the cover art adorning its frontispiece reflected both the youthfulness and maturity of a then-21-year-old Michael Jackson. The two got together for a photo session and the rest was history. Whether you choose your records to exhibit based on your favorite genre or artist, or simply for the color of decorative nature of the cover design - hanging framed vintage record albums make a great piece of art in a mid century styled home.In the end, Michael Jackson turned to famed photographer Mike Salisbury for inspiration. Instead of hanging multiple record albums together in a group to display as art - reader Tina has selected a favorite record to display - letting it stand alone. The wider spacing allows them to fill more wall space and spread the color around for maximum impact.Ībove: Reader Andrea’s album art display has a theme - it’s a “bongo wall”. This reader has used albums to add color to their otherwise neutral space. His colorful and kitschy arrangement of records goes well with the pattern on his floor tiles - and the subject matter of the albums he chose to display add a youthful energy to the space. Reader Uncle Atom tacked up his records on the wood paneling in his rec room - with a vintage turntable close at hand. Album cover art is a collectible, and some are very valuable! So, best to check the market value of your album covers first. Note, we’d guess that the humidity in a bathroom might do damage to album covers, even when they are encased in glass - or especially when they are encased in glass - over time. Reader Jill used a similar amount of space between her records - all Beatles - in her Beatles themed gray and pink bathroom. Combined with the more subdued color schemes of the records they chose to display - they achieve a somewhat calmer “piece of art” - their little pup looks like he is ready to take a nap. Readers Rob and Julie have allowed a little more space in between record frames in their grouping. ![]() The variety of colors, designs and subject matters on vintage album covers vary widely too - so no matter your taste, you can curate a collection that will complement - or stand out from - your surrounding decor. ![]() Since records are all uniform squares - it is easy to arrange them in patterns - which can create a variety of looks for your walls. The options for making groupings of records are endless. When you hang your album covers tightly together like this, the grouping reads as one large piece of art. Read on to see how seven more Retro Renovation readers have used records in their decor.Ībove: Reader MidCenturyThriftyGalhas grouped her collection of framed records over the fireplace - and also around the corner. Above: Readers Drew and Eric have used their record collection fill a wall in their cozy reading nook - and add some hip color to the space. Even more so, because you can periodically swapped out the LP covers to suit your mood. Yes: Displaying album covers as art on your walls can make for a wonderful wall display that reflects your unique vibe. And more good news: The album cover art may be as good as - or better than - the music. Good news: Vintage LPs can generally be found very inexpensively at thrift stores and estate sales. We’re guessing that most lovers of vintage homes also have a hankering to hear musical favorites the old fashioned way, too - on incomparable, scratchy vinyl. Once you have your mid mod mad pad up and running, it’s time for some tunes. Retro Renovation stopped publishing in 2021 these stories remain for historical information, as potential continued resources, and for archival purposes. ![]()
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