Here's a nice little compilation of propaganda posters that are as beautiful as they are fascinating and some good books if this kind of thing strikes your fancy too.
Few of my faves from the Chinese Revolution:
This one is promoting their new space program.
Not sure what bunnies and panda bears have to do with space programs but I am totally on board.
"We study hard for the revolution"
Classic Communist vibe.
This one is Fairey's. Kind of interesting side by side the Chairman Mao poster. I really like the peaceful twist on the classic red and black radiating message.
And who doesn't love a good Soviet poster:
'Realize the Great Plan of Great Works!'
This one's called 'Liberating Army'
liberated indeed...
American Posters during WWII:
Don't forget Cuba:
Pretty piece with doves and Che.
Now for some great books on political PROP art which you can buy through www.nonprofitshoppingmall.com:
PROP ART by Gary Yanker
The Story of the South African Poster Movement by Judy Seidman
ALL ART IS PROPAGANDA by George Orwell
...And last but not least let's take a look at other artists in Fairey's genre who have fused historical posters of the past with their own political spin. Playing with the design, concept and means of effective propaganda.
Robbie Conal - Known for his mass campaigns which used punk kids (what is now widely known as a 'street team') to spread his posters and media.
Barbara Kruger -
Not sure who this is but it's definitely Kruger-esque
OMG I love this one sooooo much!
So that wraps up this segment of my trip to Boston: Karmaloop, ICA, Harvard School of Design and down the memory lane of propaganda of the past. Hope you enjoyed!
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