Social Movements

This category encompasses aesthetics with elements of social movements, including:

• Counterculture - aesthetics or movements that actively oppose the values and beliefs of mainstream society (often called the "status quo"). They may include a Do-It-Yourself ethos, anti-consumerism, and social critique. Examples include Punk or Grunge.
• Environmentalist - aesthetics or movements advocating for environmental protection, sustainability, and the use of renewable resources. They are typically focused on nature and eco-conscious choices. Examples include Solarpunk or Folk Punk.
• Anti-Consumerist - aesthetics or movements critical of excessive consumption. This can be represented in diverse and completely different forms of art, ranging from Minimalism's philosophy based on minimal consumption to Vaporwave's satirical graphics and the often self-contradicting art of Superflat.
• Feminist - aesthetics or movements advocating for women's rights and challenging gender stereotypes. Examples include Riot Grrrl, Kinderwhore or Yé-yé.
• Pacifist - aesthetics or movements that promote peace and non-violence. Individuals who follow these movements might protest against ongoing wars. Examples include Hippies, Doomers or Bohemian.
• Anti-Racist - aesthetics or movements that challenge colorism and support the empowerment of marginalized racial groups. They may also include an anti-colonial or post-colonial attitude. Examples include Afrofuturism and Indigenous Futurism.
• LGBTQ+ Rights - aesthetics or movements fighting for the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals and their representation. Examples include Voidpunk or Queercore.
• Disability Rights - aesthetics or movements supporting the rights of disabled individuals and their representation. Examples include Changelingcore and Cripplepunk.