Content warning: Street artist TVBOY is back with another striking political mural, this time taking aim at Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The artwork, titled Welcome to the Year of the Snake, is a satirical nod to Disney’s Robin Hood, with a clear message about power, manip
Street artist TVBOY is back with another striking political mural, this time taking aim at Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
The artwork, titled Welcome to the Year of the Snake, is a satirical nod to Disney’s Robin Hood, with a clear message about power, manipulation, and ego.
The mural reimagines Trump as Prince John, the cowardly and petulant lion from the classic Disney film. Dressed in his signature red and white royal robe and golden crown, he sits in a sulking pose, sucking his thumb—a clear jab at his childish and narcissistic tendencies. In Robin Hood, Prince John is known for his greed, incompetence, and obsession with power, making him an apt comparison for the former U.S. president.
Elon Musk as Sir Hiss: The Scheming Snake
Beside Trump, a green snake with Elon Musk’s face slithers into the scene. Dressed in a black cloak like an executioner, the snake channels Sir Hiss, Prince John’s manipulative advisor in Robin Hood. In the film, Sir Hiss whispers suggestions into Prince John’s ear, fueling his delusions of grandeur—much like the influence some believe Musk has over modern discourse and digital power structures.
Street Art with a Bite
The bold, dripping green text above the figures reads: “WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE!” This could be a reference to the Chinese zodiac, where the snake symbolizes intelligence, cunning, and sometimes deception. Or it could be TVBOY’s way of warning us about the figures who dominate headlines and wield influence in unpredictable ways.
Stop Hate – A portrait of an elderly woman holding a stop sign with “HATE” added, shared by TVBOY on Holocaust Remembrance Day after visiting Auschwitz.
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Make America Love Again.
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Freedom – A piece featuring journalist Cecilia Sala breaking free from chains, symbolizing the fight for press freedom.
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Global Warning – A reinterpretation of climate issues, showing children playing with buckets of glowing red, referencing global warming’s dangers.
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Trash Hate – A striking image of a child throwing symbols of hate into a non-recyclable waste bin, promoting a message of rejecting extremism.
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Help – A moving artwork depicting a child holding a sign that reads “HELP,” with letters colored in reference to the Palestinian flag, highlighting humanitarian crises.
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Hope – A tribute to Ukraine, depicting a girl painting the word “HOPE” with the “O” replaced by a peace sign, in front of a blue and yellow backdrop representing the Ukrainian flag.
Together Against Hate – A mural showing two children embracing in front of the words “TOGETHER AGAINST HATE!” and a “WORK IN PROGRESS” sign at the bottom.
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Freedom is packing.
TVBOY’s Legacy of Political Street Art
TVBOY is known for his pop-infused, politically charged street art, often merging satire with classic cultural references. His work has taken aim at world leaders, tech moguls, and societal issues, making him one of the most recognizable contemporary street artists today. This latest mural is yet another example of how he uses humor and nostalgia to critique modern figures of power.
Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
Street artist Evyrein’s work “Elon Mask” critiques Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s second inauguration and his subsequent appearance at a far-right AfD event in Germany.
The artwork, located in Padua, Italy, depicts Musk pulling a black mask over his face to mimic a Hitler-style mustache, with bold red graffiti text reading “Elon MASK” above.
Content warning: Street art is one of the most powerful ways people can express their opinions about the world, and these two pieces are no exception. They don’t just decorate the streets; they shout messages that demand to be heard. Opinion Piece: This article reflects t
Street art is one of the most powerful ways people can express their opinions about the world, and these two pieces are no exception.
They don’t just decorate the streets; they shout messages that demand to be heard.
Opinion Piece: This article reflects the author’s perspective on the social and political messages conveyed through these works of street art.
The first piece says, “Keep Europe Elon-Free,” with a stencil drawing of Elon Musk’s face crossed out. Painted on an old, rough wall, it doesn’t hold back.
It’s a clear rejection of Musk’s growing influence and recent controversial actions in Europe. Musk’s public endorsement of Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and his livestream with its leader, Alice Weidel, aren’t just bold—they’re part of a bigger play to push political conversations to the right.
It shifts focus to immigration while conveniently ignoring issues like taxing the ultra-rich.
This artwork cuts straight to the point: why do so many idolize someone who seems more invested in his own power than in the well-being of others? It’s a wake-up call to stop glorifying wealth and start questioning its impact.
The second piece is no less biting. It shows Donald Trump in a suit, gazing upward at a small red heart floating just out of reach.
Across from him, a child holds a globe, seemingly teasing him or simply not caring about his presence. The message couldn’t be clearer: hope and responsibility for the planet belong to the next generation, not to leaders who put themselves first. Trump’s expression—detached and unaware—makes the contrast even starker. The graffiti and layers of other art around the mural only add to its raw, unapologetic vibe.
Street art like this isn’t just decoration; it’s resistance. Art has the power to question, challenge, and inspire.
Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties
Street artist Evyrein’s work “Elon Mask” critiques Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s second inauguration and his subsequent appearance at a far-right AfD event in Germany.
The artwork, located in Padua, Italy, depicts Musk pulling a black mask over his face to mimic a Hitler-style mustache, with bold red graffiti text reading “Elon MASK” above.
Content warning: Nestled in the vibrant streets of Shoreditch, London, a provocative mural by the creative graffiti artist Loretto has been turning heads since its creation in 2018. Titled ‘The Psychos’, this piece features three of the world’s most controversial politica
Nestled in the vibrant streets of Shoreditch, London, a provocative mural by the creative graffiti artist Loretto has been turning heads since its creation in 2018.
Titled ‘The Psychos’, this piece features three of the world’s most controversial political figures—Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong-un—reimagined as rock stars in a satirical art piece that captures the absurdity of global politics.
About the artist: Loretto is a London based graffiti artist who many believe is originally from South London and has been active for the last 10 years.He started grabbing the attention of the media in the last 8 years, having appeared in several publications. Some of his older pieces can still be found and seen in diverse areas around London. He is described as being a prolific artist, offering original contemporary images, using a stencil and spray paint technique. His work has two different sides: one is the satirical view of celebrities, the other focuses on aspects of human nature and psychology.
Donald Trump grozi cłami krajom, które przymierzają się do finansowego obciążenia amerykańskich Big Techów
Prezydent Stanów Zjednoczonych w swoim memorandum zapowiedział, że każdy kraj czy organizacja międzynarodowa, która „odważy się” opodatkować czy finansowo ukarać amerykańskich gigantów technologicznych, otrzyma w zamian surowsze opłaty celne, żeby „odzyskać straty związane z powyższymi”.
Donald Trump grozi cłami krajom, które przymierzają się do finansowego obciążenia amerykańskich Big Techów
Prezydent Stanów Zjednoczonych w swoim memorandum zapowiedział, że każdy kraj czy organizacja międzynarodowa, która „odważy się” opodatkować czy finansowo ukarać amerykańskich gigantów technologicznych, otrzyma w zamian surowsze opłaty celne, żeby „odzyskać straty związane z powyższymi”.
Donald Trump grozi cłami krajom, które przymierzają się do finansowego obciążenia amerykańskich Big Techów
Prezydent Stanów Zjednoczonych w swoim memorandum zapowiedział, że każdy kraj czy organizacja międzynarodowa, która „odważy się” opodatkować czy finansowo ukarać amerykańskich gigantów technologicznych, otrzyma w zamian surowsze opłaty celne, żeby „odzyskać straty związane z powyższymi”.
#Mastodon’s obsession with #ElonMusk is unbecoming. It’s time we grew out from beneath his shadow, stopped defining ourselves in contrast to him & weaned ourselves off feeding on anger/contempt towards him.
I feel much the same way about #donaldtrump, who also thrives on attention—positive or negative.
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