My dystopia

For my As coursework I explored the topic of dystopia. Through heavy reliance on the rough, chaotic qualities of street art, I aimed to evoke emotions such as paranoia and potentially fear through my work. Similar to a dystopian society, I explored the idea of an omnipotent, omnipresent governmental institution instigating oppression in a post apocalyptic culture.

Double sketchbook page - pencil, acryllic paint & collage background

The gas mask creates a symbol for the people to associate with the oppressive government, effectively giving them 'someone to blame'. As seen below, "I am the symbol of your oppression"

Experimenting with lino printing and the use of typography for effect

Digital superimposition of two of my photographs, with the aim of emulating propaganda based street art.

Process for the final piece

Final piece, 2 panels each 67*48 cm