London’s Ours! Celebrating the posters, billboards and publicity stunts that put two fingers up to Thatcherism
The composition is highly dynamic, featuring a group of diverse young people arranged in a staggered, confrontational manner. The large, bold, hand-painted typography dominates the upper half, creating a powerful, rallying cry. The figures are posed with varying degrees of aggression and confidence, drawing the viewer into the protest narrative. The overall layout is characteristic of street art and activist posters.
The style mimics hand-painted street signage and poster art, utilizing bold, block lettering and strong primary colors. The figures are rendered in a slightly stylized, graphic manner, suggesting a combination of illustration and photography. The overall aesthetic is raw and immediate, typical of protest art from the late 20th century.
