Famous Political Art. The Official John Heartfield Exhibition. Integrity. Courage. Genius.

Political Art & Artists With Integrity & Courage

Powerful Art To Inspire Political Action Against Dictators

From John Heartfield to Bob Dylan to John Lennon to Beyoncé, artists have expose villains, emboldened resistance, and forced conversations.

The pacifist John Heartfield was number-five on the Gestapo’s Most Wanted List. His only crime was his “art as a weapon” that used integrity and humor to reveal the fascist lies of dictators.

The John Heartfield Exhibition tells his story and promotes modern artists influenced by the master of political collage. more…

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John Heartfield risked his life inside Hitler’s Third Reich to make political art exposing Nazi propaganda with scissors, paste, & his wit.
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German artist John Heartfield was Number 5 on the Gestapo’s Most-Wanted List for his Art As A Weapon. His art saved lives.
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Heartfield created modern photo montage (collage) with George Grosz in 1916. He was an influential member of Berlin Club Dada.
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Heartfield invented 3D Book Covers. His covers told visual stories. He revolutionized typography, making it a visual element of the graphic design.

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JOHN HEARTFIELD
FAMOUS POLITICAL ART

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THE JOHN HEARTFIELD EXHIBITION
FEATURES MODERN POLITICAL ARTISTS

John Heartfield Collage Master Famous Photomontage Artist

John Heartfield created photomontage. He is one of history’s most famous collage masters. He had the courage to use “art as a weapon” against fascism and The Third Reich as he suffered beatings and faced assassination any moment. His dedication to reality in his art was unwavering as he unmasked fascist propaganda with glue, scissors, and a mastery of satire. The success of fascist lies in the 20th century created dictators who brought previously unimaginable horror to families all over the world. That must never happen again! It’s undeniable the warnings in John Heartfield’s famous political masterpieces saved countless lives. This exhibition honors John Heartfield, his revolutionary Dada art, his groundbreaking graphic design, his influential stage work with Bertolt Brecht, and his enduring political art. It features many modern political artists with integrity and courage who now see the same ugly politics rising again. In John Heartfield’s footsteps, new generations of artists continue to use their work to oppose ignorance, bigotry, and senseless conflicts.



“John Heartfield is one of the most important European artists.”
Bertolt Brecht
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“John Heartfield is the greatest political artist and designer of the twentieth century.”
David King, Tate Modern London
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“Heartfield became a neglected artist. The neglect is almost as famous as he is.”
Professor Douglas Kahn
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Brilliant contemporary artists reveal the pivots. The inspired artists of Reveal Art reveal Trump and his policies.
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Famous Poltical Collage To Inspire Political Action Against Dictators


Facts are facts. Those who spout ‘alternate facts’ try to convince people that something very bad for them is actually very good for them. The Heartfield Exhibition is dedicated to revealing lies that support the rise of fascist and authoritarian regimes.

“Words are flying out like endless rain…” John Lennon

An endless rain of words can’t seem to keep up with the latest outrage. Politicians without conscience and their supporters pivot away from ugly words and outright lies. But political art never pivots. A striking image remains in your mind like a great song. These lingering images are a powerful way to combat racism, xenophobia, climate change denial, and drumbeats for senseless wars.

It’s essential to understand the life and work of John Heartfield. Heartfield knew violence is never the answer. He used humor and truth to reveal the real motives of those who traffic in hatred and division. John Heartfield’s art was hidden for years. Now modern artists inspired by Heartfield have joined the exhibition. The art in this exhibition remains relevant from generation to generation.

Help The John Heartfield Exhibition to promote the “art as a weapon” that makes a difference. Contribute any amount so the exhibition can continue to reveal the truth behind alternate facts. Visit The John Heartfield Exhibition Shop for great art on great items. All items are now 20 percent off.

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The Curator

I’m John J Heartfield, the grandson of John Heartfield. My personal collection, The John J Heartfield Collection, offers never-before-published words & images, photos, video, and more about my grandfather. I’ll constantly add more items.Interested in my career? Learn more about my work as a professor, an author, a composer, and an entrepreneur.