Sunday, September 25, 2011

Monday #3


This image is captured right after the collapse of the North Tower during 9/11 and is able to capture the chaos and confusion, while also showing what a somber experience it was. The photo captures people covered in dust from the destruction of the tower and shows that the people were completely covered in it, showing that everyone around the event was affected in some physical aspect, along with the mental trauma they felt, by being completely covered in the building's ruins. It also shows the apparent chaos with all the debris on the ground, and confusion with the man who seems to be looking the other way from the photo, possibly in hopes of trying to look for someone or something amidst the destruction that lays back there. Yet, there's also a somber tone that lowers the energy of the chaos, showing that the people are truly horrified and shocked by the event that just took place before them, as we could also see that they're not running away, but walking with looks of disbelief and remorse. Also, although it was daytime during the attack, the picture is captured in black and white, capturing the mood of the people as they are walking through and portraying their state of mind that was most likely in a state of not being able to see the beauty of the world, but muffled in reflection of what just happened. The smoke from the remains also adds into the confusion and muffled state of their minds, and the mood of the entire event itself.

1 comment:

  1. Lois:
    Fine analysis. Next step--import the actual photo? Also, consider looking at something more contemporary as you continue your review of modern day messages, especially ones that have a more controversial aspect to them.

    Mr. Heller

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