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Propaganda Revisited

Retro works send a straight-forward message while provoking nostalgia

Implications - Despite being known for its retro qualities, propaganda and its influences on today’s society may be greater than you think. Taking this concept to art, design and advertising, businesses are revisiting the strength of this form of persuasion by incorporating it into their product packaging and promotions, and applying modern touches so that they appeal to the present-day consumer.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Revival - Using retro design and marketing elements in modern advertising to evoke nostalgia and appeal to consumers' love of nostalgia.
2. Pop Culture Propaganda - Creating propaganda-style art or advertising that is inspired by popular culture, such as movies, TV shows or video games.
3. Humorous Office Decor - Using humorous artwork or messaging to reinforce company policies and promote positive behavior in office spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Marketing and Advertising - Businesses in this industry have opportunities to use retro and propaganda inspired design elements in their campaigns to appeal to modern consumers, as well as incorporating humorous messaging in office decor.
2. Entertainment and Gaming - Companies in the entertainment and gaming industries can create propaganda-style marketing to promote new releases or upcoming events to their fanbase, while also including pop culture elements in their artwork.
3. Interior Design and Office Supplies - Brands in the industry can create humorous office decorations and messaging to motivate employees and promote positive office culture.
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Featured Examples

Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations
Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations
Various Artists Create Star Wars Propaganda Posters
Sci-fi fans everywhere can now feast their eyes on the series of Star Wars propaganda posters. The artists responsible for these colorfully comical illustrations include Mike Kungl, Cliff Chiang, Joe Corroney… MORE
Retro Facebook Ads
Retro Facebook Ads
These Social Media Ads by 6B Studio Brings You Back to the Days
When you think of Facebook, Skype and YouTube, you automatically think of modern technology. These social media ads by 6B studio take this modern-day theme and gives it a retro twist. These pieces reflect… MORE
Retro Twitter Ads (UPDATE)
Retro Twitter Ads (UPDATE)
Moma Propaganda Releases an Addition to Retrofied Social Media Campaign
Sao Paulo-based ad agency Moma Propaganda has released another addition to their epic series of retro future ads for Facebook, Youtube and Skype as a part of the 'Everything Ages Fast' ad campaign for… MORE
Jurassic Propaganda Posters
Jurassic Propaganda Posters
The Dino D-Day Promotion Posters Post the US Up Against Nazi Dinos
Dino D-Day is a game set to come out for PC in April that may be one of the most unconventional World War II games ever to hit the video game platform. In Dino D-Day, you play as the allies against the… MORE
Flashback Food Packaging
Flashback Food Packaging
Vilje Musli Branding Attracts the Empowered Woman
I love the way that certain culturally characteristic aesthetics can come back into style, and the Vilje Musli branding is a delicious example. The packaging for this breakfast blend was designed by students… MORE
Communist-Inspired Etiquette Art
Communist-Inspired Etiquette Art
The Office Propaganda Series is a Spin on Company Policies
The Office Propaganda series is the perfect way to add some art to an office space with a clear message. These posters created by illustrator Steve Thomas and demonstrate a clear understanding of mild… MORE
Villain Loyalist Ads
Villain Loyalist Ads
The Mario Propaganda Set by Fro Design Co. Will Turn You Against the Plumber
The Mario Propaganda pieces from Fro Design Co. were designed from the perspective of Bowser's regime. The villainous monster is trying to garner a sense of loyalty from his army of mishmash critters to… MORE

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