This poster was created for the Great Ideas of Humanity exhibition at the Design Museum of Chicago. It is inspired by a quote from Michel de Montaigne’s 1557 essay: “The great and the glorious masterpiece of man is to live to the point. All other things—to reign, to hoard, to build—are, at most inconsiderable props and appendages.” The poster was selected for the exhibition by a panel including the founders and directors of the traveling show, and is featured both at the Design Museum of Chicago and on the museum’s website.

Artist Statement

Life’s true purpose is simply to live fully. Each step taken with the mindset of “living to the point” brings us closer to our true essence and our connection with nature, while reminding us that material pursuits are often empty and unimportant. This poster emphasizes simplicity and presence, presenting “living to the point” as humanity’s ultimate masterpiece.