Seeing 2011 (#68)

For your consideration: a scene which might be either veneration or prostration as its theme, an uncertainty which creates a subtle, unexpected tension in the image.

While the mural exudes a permanent air of confident, serene acceptance, the state of the living figure remains ambiguous sans any facial expression to communicate his condition. Thus we will be forever resigned to settling the question perhaps differently upon each viewing, as our own interior environment filters and lends bias to our personal interpretations.

Peace Seekers, #1515

© 2011 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

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Details: April 26, 2011; Canon 20D; f/5.6 @ 1/4016 sec; —1/3 EV; ISO 400; 403mm.

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