100 Years Of Propaganda: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly – Smashing Magazine
by Perry Belcher on
in Perry Belcher Success
Propaganda is most well known in the form of war posters. But at its core, it is a mode of communication aimed at influencing the attitude of a community toward some cause or position, and that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Although propaganda is often used to manipulate human emotions by displaying facts selectively, it can also be very effective at conveying messages and hence can be used in web design, too.
Notice that propaganda uses loaded messages to change the attitude toward the subject in the target audience. When applied to web design, you may experiment with techniques used in propaganda posters and use them creatively to achieve a unique and memorable design.
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Speaking of Propaganda, Great topic.
Frued’s Nephew Commissioned (retained and paid off) research physicians to do studies to conclude the support of various clients from big tobacco to food companies. Check out Edward Bernayes, it’ll blow the old smoke stacks.
Dave
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Edward Louis Bernays (November 22, 1891 – March 9, 1995), was an American pioneer in the field of public relations and propaganda
Hey Perry,
I had no idea that you were taking a break. I just joined Jeff Johnson’s Traffic Voodoo 2.0 – it rocks and I think you do too. I hope all is well with you and your family – and that you’re still playing those guitars. =)
Wishing you all the best,
Kate