Protest Art

Creating Thoughtful Political Posters As Art

​Political art does not have to be divisive. Political points of view have been in art for hundreds of years.  2 quick examples include the work of Goya and Jacque Louis David. Each was thoughtfully pushing a point of view that we can appreciate in hindsight. What may seem radical today, in time, may be seen as innovative or benign. Only future historians will be able to judge our actions today. 

​Political movements seem to have galvanized the country in a way we have not seen since the Civil Rights Marches of the 1960s. This is an opportunity for our students to have a voice and express their point of view. To ensure the message stays clear and positive, this is the assignment I am giving my students.

Pick an issue you feel passionate about.
Create a poster with your supportive message.

• Title
• Message
• 3 Simple supporting facts
• Bold image
• Written Statement on back 1/2 page 12 pt font. explaining why it's important and how you are connected to the issue, why you care.

 
3 Items of CAUTION:
A. Stay Positive
B. NO Hate or Putdowns
C. NO Stereotypes  (Assigning the bad actions of a few to all in the group)
 
Possible political movements:

• Black Lives Matter
• Blue Lives Matter
• LGBT Rights
• Pro Abortion
• Pro-Choice
• Pro Life
• Family Detention
• Border Protection
• Confederate Symbols
• Creationism/Darwinism
• Political Candidate to Support
• Global Warming
• Endangered Species
• Recycling
• Wearing Masks

Other?... When in doubt, ask. Share your sketch with your parents!
 
Assessed grade based on following directions, level of detail, and workmanship, not if I agree with your point of view.

Below are student samples, photographed by students, and submitted via Google Classroom.