The Woodstock Poster Designer: Arnold Skolnick, 1969 Designed in just a few days, the Woodstock poster perfectly captured the ethos of an entire generation. Its bold colours, playful typography, and peace-signified dove perched on a guitar visually distilled the mood of the 1960s counterculture. More than a piece of promotion, it became an emblem of peace, love, and rebellion. Its influence can still be felt today in festival branding and concert poster design, where the balance of whimsy and message is key.