THIS IS A LOVE PROTEST with Jealous Artists
Published on:Taking it to the streets: THIS IS A LOVE PROTEST sees UNCLE and Build Hollywood partner to showcase work from 21 creatives including Jealous artists Magda Archer, Anthony Burrill, Gaurab Thakali and Corbin Shaw, raising funds for War Child UK.
A UK-wide 'street gallery' that spans 11 cities, THIS IS A LOVE PROTEST runs until the end of January, its works a vibrant blend of illustration, painting, photography, textiles, graphic design, mixed media and text-based art. The project supports War Child UK, ensuring a safe future for every child living through through war.
Read on to hear from Jealous artists Magda Archer, Anthony Burrill, Gaurab Thakali and Corbin Shaw on why they participated in the project:
“Ugh! I’m just so sick of all the hate out there. You know what they say: ‘If you haven’t got anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.’ So, more love for 2026, please.” - Magda Archer
“Two short words joined by an ampersand. Simple, direct, human. A message stripped back to its most honest form — the connection between me and you.
In my work, I use the language of the street: chunky letterforms, bold contrasts, clear layouts, and a voice that feels like it’s talking straight to you. My posters don’t decorate; they communicate.
Whether I paint them onto a wall, paste them on a hoarding, or stretch them across a billboard, You & Me becomes both a personal reminder and a public statement — a quiet kind of protest made through warmth and optimism.” - Anthony Burrill "
The portrait of the man at the piano is Bill Evans, and the artwork is inspired by his song Peace Piece. It's a beautiful, timeless piece of music with a meditative, reflective feel. The other artwork is dedicated to Gil Scott-Heron - musician, author and spoken word performer. It's inspired by his lyrics and the themes he often explored: social and racial injustice, hope, disillusionment, and the human condition." - Gaurab Thakali
“I’m in love in this country is a twist on the idea of finding love in a hopeless place. I wanted people to misread it as they passed by, as if it said, ‘I’m in love with this country’. I liked the idea that viewers could interpret it in their own way.” - Corbin Shaw
Find out more about THIS IS A LOVE PROTEST here and make a donation to War Child UK now.