WOKE THE FUCK UP

WOKE THE FUCK UP

The Woke movement is a social and political movement that emerged in the United States and has since spread to other parts of the world. The movement is centered around the idea of promoting social and political awareness, particularly with regard to issues of race, gender, and social justice.

As an artist, Bob De Merlier has taken on the Woke movement with his neon artwork titled "Woke The Fuck Up." The piece is a powerful statement that aims to call attention to the need for individuals to become more socially and politically aware in order to create positive change in society.

One of the key principles of the Woke movement is the idea of intersectionality, which recognizes that social and political issues are interconnected and cannot be understood in isolation from one another. De Merlier's artwork highlights this concept by using bold and striking imagery that is intended to grab the attention of the viewer and encourage them to think deeply about the issues at hand.

The Woke movement has its roots in the Black Lives Matter movement, which emerged in response to the ongoing issue of police brutality and racial inequality in the United States. Over time, the movement has expanded to include a wider range of issues, such as gender and LGBTQ rights, immigration reform, and the fight against climate change.

As a resident of Ghent, Belgium, the artist Bob De Merlier is part of a global community that is increasingly concerned with these issues. His artwork serves as a reminder that individuals have the power to make a difference, and that it is up to each and every one of us to "Wake The Fuck Up" and take action in support of social and political justice.

His neon punk jacket is open call to debate with each other. 

2023
120 x 90
Bob De Merlier

Bob De Merlier