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12/01/2003 03:51:34 PM |
Greetings from the Critique Club!
Like many of the others who commented, I see this image as an ironic portrayal of enforcing peace using weapons of war. One thing that contributes to this is the looming "shadowy" shadow (by that I mean it's rather blurry and indistinct). But most importantly, I think, is the red background, symbol of war and blood. (Blue would have probably been preferred by those who sent him since it represents peace; white does too, but that would made this look like a product shot rather than propaganda.)
The lighting is great, except for the reflection of the box behind the figure's head, which is a bit distracting. The figure and box are nicely arranged (I like the box prominently positioned with its shadow contributing to the figure's.)
There are some minor technical problems: halos around the figure's arms and shoulders (probably from oversharpening), and some noise in the background (I'm guessing from a saturation boost, although I do like the very red color).
This propaganda probably won't convince many national or military leaders, but to me it conveys a strong message that the "peace" being kept here really isn't very peaceful. |
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11/23/2003 07:17:46 AM |
| What an irony, good subject and composition |
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11/22/2003 07:04:15 PM |
| Very nice image of propaganda, and you're one of only a few who's images don't use the title as a necessary crutch. Good job! |
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11/20/2003 03:49:38 PM |
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11/20/2003 04:34:58 AM |
| Great interpretation. The reddish coloring works well. Good job. |
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11/19/2003 10:53:46 PM |
| Nice composition, good use of the shadow. |
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11/19/2003 05:07:51 PM |
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11/19/2003 02:26:10 PM |
| Great lighting, but I'm not sure about the position of the sign. If you'd put it at the bottom it would have allowed a much better shadow of the figure. |
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11/19/2003 10:37:44 AM |
| nice shot. I like the red BG and the title. It's ironic actually, the idea of coming in peace with guns & such. |
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11/19/2003 05:12:23 AM |
| I really like this idea. I love the big, looming shadow behind the action figure. I love that he "comes in peace" but carries a huge gun. I don't love that his label is stuck above his head. I think the irony of the photo (and the action figure) is made clear by the label, but I'd rather see it in a less obtrusive place. |
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11/18/2003 11:35:22 PM |
| Hahahahaha! Yeap! Perfectly said. Did you intend the harsh shadow? 9 |
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11/18/2003 07:25:09 PM |
| I've seen these action figures making a come back. Interesting concept. Fairly nice execution. I like the shadow. 7 -danny |
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