Bananas have long been a fascination in pop culture for their bright, distinctive appearance and their ubiquity for Western consumers. They have been utilized in all kinds of lighthearted media as cartoon characters and comedic symbols. They have also often been used in propaganda, advertisements, and arts to represent sexual metaphors and exoticism. The main…
This is a prime example of his use of photomontage to transmit his idea. This poster was primarily created to celebrate the 13th anniversary of the transition into a socialist government. In other words the victory of the proletarian or working class. They are the main protagonist of this piece. An interesting fact is that…
This image is a great example of the genius mind of Klutsis. He would use the ideas of constructivism in order to transmit the message. In this case he would be sharing to the public the idea of the five-year plan. The success that this plan was taking under the image of Lenin himself. By…
‘Join the ATS,’ a British wartime propaganda poster designed by graphic designer Abram Games, was such a hit that it eventually became widely known as ‘The Blonde Bombshell.’ Printed in 1941, the idea for ‘Join the ATS’ came into fruition after the British military launched a campaign to motivate more women to join the Auxiliary…
Geishas have been a part of Japanese culture, as they fulfilled many different roles including performers, courtesans, artisans, entertainers, etc. Historically, being a geisha was considered a profession of high-status requiring thorough and extensive stages of training. Known for their particular style of makeup and traditional attire, geishas have been acknowledged as forms of art…