FAMA ’83 – 12th Artistic Festival of Academic Youth

The poster for the 12th Festival of Artistic Youth FAMA ’83, organized by the Union of Polish Students, depicts pink balloons resembling female breasts suspended on strings, floating above the sea. Droplets of water fall from their tips, and the combination of soft lighting and a tranquil sky lends the composition a slightly surreal and symbolic quality. The imagery can be interpreted as a bold metaphor for corporeality, sensuality, and creative freedom. The poster reflects the aesthetic of the 1980s, when student art often employed humor, absurdity, and visual playfulness. It serves as a visual commentary on the festival’s relaxed, summery atmosphere and uninhibited expression.