The artwork, titled “MAKE AMERICA SAFE,” is created by Jon McNaughton, who is associated with the Kitsch and Social Realism art movements. This symbolic painting, executed in the genre of caricature, portrays a vivid and ideologically charged scene.
In the artwork, a prominent figure stands resolutely in front of a white picket fence, clasping a lock and key, symbolizing protection and control over access. The figure is formally dressed in a dark suit with a red tie, his expression serious and steadfast. Behind him, a lush garden with blooming flowers and the American flag flutters against a dramatic, fiery sky suggesting a sense of urgency and patriotism. The white picket fence further evokes notions of security, tradition, and the preservation of home and nation. The composition and elements utilized by McNaughton exude strong symbolic connotations, intended to provoke thought and highlight specific socio-political narratives.
