Si No Te Vas (2017) Movie Poster

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It was an honor to create the movie poster for Pablo Vaca's film Si No Te Vas. I'm always drawn to collaborations with other artists whose work I admire. When he asked me if I wanted to produce a piece for him, it was an immediate yes. 

My work is fueled by human emotion. I'm inspired by the raw expressions of happiness, anger, sadness, and everything in between. Si No Te Vas is a story about love and goodbyes and needless to say, there were plenty of emotions to work with for the poster. 

Someone once told me that when it comes to long distance relationships, whether it's friends, family, or loves, it's easier to be the one leaving than to be the one who is left. I completely agree. Si No Te Vas is a poignant piece that captures this dynamic.

Throughout the film we watch as Agustina prepares Poncho for her departure. I knew I wanted the final product to evoke the vulnerability of Poncho and Agustina's characters, at the same time their shared stoicism and Agustina's swift independence.

Although the film takes place in the final moments before Agustina leaves Poncho's life, we aren't witnessing a loss. They're realistic about their circumstances. In the midst of a goodbye, there is a profound sense of comfort that I wanted to capture in this poster.

Keeping the design simple, I was used gentle line drawings to depict Agustina and Poncho's vulnerability. Using subtle bursts of color on Agustina, I emphasized her scarf as a way to highlight her independence and self assurance. With Poncho I highlighted his cap and jean jacket to evoke his desire for comfort and security. 

For anyone who has been in a long distance relationship, you know how it feels when it comes time to say goodbye. With separation comes a longing for that other person to come back someday.

Although the characters are back to back with their eyes looking straight ahead, there's still a deep sense of connection between them. It's as if at any moment they could turn around and lock eyes--or, catch a glimpse of the other from a distance if they just keep looking out. 

That yearning for a reunion fueled this piece.