This image is steeped in the charged atmosphere of the Paris demonstrations of May 1968, when students and workers united in an unprecedented mobilisation that challenged authority and demanded social transformation. Produced by Atelier Populaire, a collective of students and workers who occupied the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, the image captures the fervent energy of the movements of the time. Its succinct and forthright message powerfully reflects the spirit of resistance and the collective resolve of those on the frontlines of this transformative period.
Atelier Populaire’s prints, created anonymously to emphasise collective action over individual authorship, became essential tools in rallying solidarity during the strikes and occupations. The use of sharp visual metaphors and uncompromising slogans resonated with a population yearning for change, transforming ordinary walls into canvases for social critique. This image continues to embody the enduring legacy of 1968 as a pivotal moment of cultural and political upheaval.