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− | '''Subvertising''' is the [[subversion]] of [[advertising]]. | + | '''Subvertising''' is the [[subversion]] of [[advertising]]. The aim is to make small, subtle changes to a billboard which make big changes to its effect. The two main methods are addition of a word, phrase, logo etc e.g. by spray can, or the replacement of an advert by an alternative but similar one. |
[[Image:Mock 2.jpg|thumb|300px|left|A subvertisement of the [[2008 Counter-Terrorism advertising campaign]]]] | [[Image:Mock 2.jpg|thumb|300px|left|A subvertisement of the [[2008 Counter-Terrorism advertising campaign]]]] | ||
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The "[[War on Terror]]" is a target of subvertising. | The "[[War on Terror]]" is a target of subvertising. | ||
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Revision as of 05:59, 30 March 2019
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Subvertising is the subversion of advertising. The aim is to make small, subtle changes to a billboard which make big changes to its effect. The two main methods are addition of a word, phrase, logo etc e.g. by spray can, or the replacement of an advert by an alternative but similar one.

A subvertisement of the 2008 Counter-Terrorism advertising campaign
Contents
Methods
The Billboard Liberation Front[1] has written that "a can of spray paint, a blithe spirit, and a balmy night are all your really need" but procided a guide about target selection, planning, tactics, personnel and publicity.[2]
"War on Terror"
- Full article:
“War on Terror”
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The "War on Terror" is a target of subvertising.
Products
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