Propaganda Art Propaganda is the deliberate systematic attempt

Propaganda Art "Propaganda is the deliberate, systematic attempt to shape perceptions, manipulate cognitions, and direct behavior to achieve a response that furthers the desired intent of the propagandist. " Source: Garth S. Jowett and Victoria O'Donnell, Propaganda And Persuasion, 4 th edition, 2006.

Essential Questions: How does the art of Propaganda help influence an audience? n What are some of the characteristics of Propaganda Art? n In what context is propaganda most influential/effective? n

Propaganda art is art that makes a statement that tries to influence the views or beliefs of its viewers.

A political statement in the 2004 election that was against the policies of George W. Bush. Image is catchy and humorous n Notice the sarcasm in the slogan n

An example of Soviet propaganda during WWII. Caption states, “The people and the army are one. ” Use of symbols n Expression on the faces n Reminder about the importance of unity for a cause n

Propaganda often has political connotations and a party bias. Use of symbols n Slogan makes you think about the issues n

It is most commonly seen in times of war—to enliven patriotic spirit and to paint a grizzly picture of the enemy. This example draws on a popular movie. n Appeals to pop culture

Images themselves are often grotesque and make comparisons to real-life objects to illustrate a slogan.

Characteristics: Brightly colored n Effective use of the space n Attention grabbing slogans/images n Use of powerful symbols n Attempt to influence a person’s views n

The Project: n Pick a current or past event for which to create a propaganda poster. n n n One of the World Wars Civil Rights in the U. S. Nuclear Armament Genocide or Ethnic Cleansing Drugs War in Iraq/Afghanistan Racism Taxation Free Speech Abortion Terrorism National Pride

Planning your design: Consider the context and/or point of view of the audience. Where? When? Why? How? n How will you try to influence your audience? n Think about the use of color, powerful images, what types of lettering, slogans, etc. n

Restrictions: Media is open, but use a sturdy surface— like mat board. n Size should be 11 X 14” or larger n Reproduced images can be part of your design (like photocopies or photos), but alter them. Don’t make a cut-out collage. n Paint, computer art, stencils, ink pens, cut paper, etc. n

Grade will be based on: Power of the image n Effective use of the visual elements of art n Craftsmanship n Creativity with theme n