The Famous "We Can Do It!" Icon Gets Modernized
Shelby Lee Walsh — August 27, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: nylonmag
There is some sort of magic about recreating a famous piece of art. Posters from the 1940s are no exception. The infamous “We can do it!” poster has been recreated by various people, from tattooed ladies to babies.
The Rosie the Riveter icon has had such an impact on culture, especially in the United States. The poster marks an important point in time where women entered the workforce during World War II. Check out the new renditions above.
The Rosie the Riveter icon has had such an impact on culture, especially in the United States. The poster marks an important point in time where women entered the workforce during World War II. Check out the new renditions above.
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1. Artistic Revivals - Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in modernizing and recreating iconic artworks from the past.
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