“You must be the change you want to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi.

An introduction to political graphics

Designers & artists have a long history of using visual media to gain attention for their chosen cause.

Barbara KrugerAmerican conceptual artists with a strong graphics style

Get Started Discussing Art

Start with what you see:Describe the colors, lines, shapes and textures What is the artwork made of? Is it a photograph, collage, painting, sculpture or installation?

Begin to analyze:What mood to the colours and textures create?How does the text change the image it is paired with?

Consider meaning:What message do you think the artist was trying to convey?How does that message relateto society today?