The thesis with the title Digitalized illustrations on the theme of Scary New World tries to look at illustration as a form of visual communication and what role it plays in activist art. It focuses on how illustration can help share complex ideas and messages through art that transcends language and cultural barriers. In the first part, the thesis traces the evolution of illustration from prehistoric cave paintings and illustrations of the ancient Egyptians to today's activist art. With the help of artists such as Frida Khalo, Guerrilla Girls and Banksy, and with insight into propaganda, war and street art, the development of illustration as a tool for expression and encouraging communication is shown. Concrete works and artistic trends are also presented, drawing attention to issues of gender equality, environmental challenges and social inequalities. Specific works of art and artistic trends that draw attention to issues of gender equality, environmental challenges and social inequalities are also presented.
The experimental part is based on the analysis of the dystopian novel Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Based on the novel and today's social phenomena, a series of digital illustrations is created, which together convey a socially critical message about negative technological progress, the loss of human nature and consumer culture, and emphasize the importance of returning to nature and individuality.
The diploma thesis explains the power of illustration in society and connects its theory and practical work. Its main message is to show the fact that art is more than just aesthetics, as it contributes to the communication of social events and, consequently, to positive social changes.
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