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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
It is of interest that Gerard and Judith thought the image to be offensive. I think, in a way, it is. However, an alternate viewpoint is that art is sometimes effective because it shocks -and may even alienate- the viewer.
On balance, I think that Karl's image does stop and make us think about this issue. In that sense, Karl's image becomes effective because -as I think Rodin said- the aim of art is to elicit an emotional response and reaction (whether negative or positive). |
Feb 19th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
Thanks, all, for your many suggestions!
My main goal was to have fun with the figures; it seems that they are trying to capture and take off with the piano. I suspect that their black hoods may be Venetian carnival masks. Anyway, I hope they seem creepy!
I don't think my attempt with the vintage effect worked. Gerard's lighter coloring seems more fun. Judith, your comment about the black plague and pandemic is a fascinating interpretation; it's interesting how we each see different "stories" in the very same image. |
Feb 19th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
The unexpected contrast between the nude and the forest is very effective. The branches in the center between the breasts produce a very strong focus, especially with their unusual coloring. The skin tone of the nude makes me think of summer, while the woods evoke winter.
Very ingenious!!
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Feb 18th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
I like your black and white treatment and agree that the removal of distractions in the background greatly helps.
If you had other images from this antique shop, they would make a great series/story! |
Feb 18th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
To me, this is a fascinating image made even better by Gerard's reinterpretation. I am staring at it and wondering all kinds of thoughts, including of decay and death!
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Feb 18th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
I think your conversion is brilliant! The menace of the guard is captivating (no pun intended). He looks a bit like an overgrown Mussolini. The reflections make me think of innocence; a young woman and a youth pondering and perhaps stunned by the presence of the guard. The angulated iPhones (or whatever) could be hand grenades or small weapons perched ready to fire if the three clerks are foolish enough to make a run for it.
I love this!! |
Feb 18th |
| 79 |
Feb 23 |
Comment |
I like both versions, Peter. To me, it is the buildings that are the distraction. though. If you could make them silhouettes (gosh, I don't know how!), then I think the image would be even more arresting! |
Feb 18th |
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