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Synthwave / RetrowaveDrive toward the sunset.

A glowing grid rushes toward a bright horizon under a hot pink sunset, with palm silhouettes, scan lines, and chrome 3D lettering centered above.

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80s-inspired club nights, arcade parties, and outdoor cinema.

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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 Synthwave / Retrowave style.
Visual vocabulary: perspective grid receding to a bright horizon line; gradient sunset — hot pink fading to deep purple; chrome or metallic 3D letterforms; palm tree silhouettes against the gradient sky; horizontal scan lines suggesting a CRT monitor.
Lettering direction: chrome or gradient-filled bold letterforms — 3D extruded or bevelled; neon outline type — glowing edge on dark ground; mixed serif/sans with retrofuturist personality.
Suggested colors: deep purple-black background; hot pink, electric blue, cyan, and gold neon.
Composition: landscape orientation preferred; grid in lower half; gradient sky in upper half; text centred.
Atmosphere: nostalgic, retrofuturist, cinematic, coolly synthetic.
Keep out of the design: hand-made or organic textures, natural colour palettes, artificial yellowing or ageing.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A sports car silhouette racing a glowing grid toward a huge striped sun, palms on both sides.
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 SunburstNight BloomRead 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: Night Bloom
When: Friday, October 16, 2026 · Doors 8pm
Where: Posterage Hall, Mission District
Lineup / highlights: The Evening Shapes
with special guests Paper Moon
Admission: $15 · 21+
Presented by Posterage

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Synthwave / Retrowave style.
Visual vocabulary: perspective grid receding to a bright horizon line; gradient sunset — hot pink fading to deep purple; chrome or metallic 3D letterforms; palm tree silhouettes against the gradient sky; horizontal scan lines suggesting a CRT monitor.
Lettering direction: chrome or gradient-filled bold letterforms — 3D extruded or bevelled; neon outline type — glowing edge on dark ground; mixed serif/sans with retrofuturist personality.
Suggested colors: deep purple-black background; hot pink, electric blue, cyan, and gold neon.
Composition: landscape orientation preferred; grid in lower half; gradient sky in upper half; text centred.
Atmosphere: nostalgic, retrofuturist, cinematic, coolly synthetic.
Keep out of the design: hand-made or organic textures, natural colour palettes, artificial yellowing or ageing.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A lone figure walking toward a giant setting sun across a glowing grid plain, palms on either side.
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 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 Synthwave / Retrowave style.
Visual vocabulary: perspective grid receding to a bright horizon line; gradient sunset — hot pink fading to deep purple; chrome or metallic 3D letterforms; palm tree silhouettes against the gradient sky; horizontal scan lines suggesting a CRT monitor.
Lettering direction: chrome or gradient-filled bold letterforms — 3D extruded or bevelled; neon outline type — glowing edge on dark ground; mixed serif/sans with retrofuturist personality.
Suggested colors: deep purple-black background; hot pink, electric blue, cyan, and gold neon.
Composition: landscape orientation preferred; grid in lower half; gradient sky in upper half; text centred.
Atmosphere: nostalgic, retrofuturist, cinematic, coolly synthetic.
Keep out of the design: hand-made or organic textures, natural colour palettes, artificial yellowing or ageing.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
An arcade cabinet on a glowing grid plain, its screen casting light toward a striped sun.
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 SunburstWinter Lantern WalkRead 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: Winter Lantern Walk
When: Saturday, December 19, 2026 · 4:30pm
Where: Glen Canyon Park
Activities / highlights: Make a lantern at 3pm, walk at dusk
Hot chocolate at the finish
Admission: Free · Suggested donation $2
Presented by Friends of Glen Canyon

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied event in Synthwave / Retrowave style.
Visual vocabulary: perspective grid receding to a bright horizon line; gradient sunset — hot pink fading to deep purple; chrome or metallic 3D letterforms; palm tree silhouettes against the gradient sky; horizontal scan lines suggesting a CRT monitor.
Lettering direction: chrome or gradient-filled bold letterforms — 3D extruded or bevelled; neon outline type — glowing edge on dark ground; mixed serif/sans with retrofuturist personality.
Suggested colors: deep purple-black background; hot pink, electric blue, cyan, and gold neon.
Composition: landscape orientation preferred; grid in lower half; gradient sky in upper half; text centred.
Atmosphere: nostalgic, retrofuturist, cinematic, coolly synthetic.
Keep out of the design: hand-made or organic textures, natural colour palettes, artificial yellowing or ageing.
Apply the visual language to the supplied event; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A line of lantern-bearers crossing a glowing grid as a huge sun sinks behind a canyon silhouette.
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 SunburstFriday Night Film 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: Friday Night Film Club
When: Friday, November 13, 2026 · 7:30pm
Where: The Little Marquee, Noe Valley
Activities / highlights: A double bill of classic comedies with live piano
Admission: $5 · Bring a cushion

ART DIRECTION
Interpret the supplied brief in Synthwave / Retrowave style.
Visual vocabulary: perspective grid receding to a bright horizon line; gradient sunset — hot pink fading to deep purple; chrome or metallic 3D letterforms; palm tree silhouettes against the gradient sky; horizontal scan lines suggesting a CRT monitor.
Lettering direction: chrome or gradient-filled bold letterforms — 3D extruded or bevelled; neon outline type — glowing edge on dark ground; mixed serif/sans with retrofuturist personality.
Suggested colors: deep purple-black background; hot pink, electric blue, cyan, and gold neon.
Composition: landscape orientation preferred; grid in lower half; gradient sky in upper half; text centred.
Atmosphere: nostalgic, retrofuturist, cinematic, coolly synthetic.
Keep out of the design: hand-made or organic textures, natural colour palettes, artificial yellowing or ageing.
Apply the visual language to the supplied brief; do not invent historical affiliations, endorsements, or extra copy.

ILLUSTRATION NOTES
A drive-in screen standing on a glowing grid, palms silhouetted against a striped sunset.
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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