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The transformation of a simple but telling photo took me lots of energy and willpower – I had been contemplating it for months actually – since the moment I saw it in Istanbul as I viewed Sebastien’s (Assoignons) Collection of photos.
The impact is very strong. I wanted to make this boy a Target – copied over to the face of the angel – a soft and sympathetic angel who is bound to take extra special care of one so young and not so tough after all . She is patiently waiting as she envelops him in her aura, but in the end must take him ‘home’.
These are some of my other posts of my work on Photographs and more, along with some information can be found on my website.
https://inspirationimport.wordpress.com/2012/08/30/card-man-alternative-art-on-photography/
https://inspirationimport.wordpress.com/2012/06/12/a-is-for-adrenaline-and-art/
Toy guns exist. If they didn’t – children would find another way to act out ‘good’ vs. evil’ as they try to make sense of the world they are exposed to. I think what is important is for parents to be vigilant and consistent in being part of their children’s lives and judging themselves what is acceptable and what may need adjusting. Nuf said…
Have a Great Weekend Everyone – Peace, Lesley
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I’m assuming from your words that this child is holding a toy gun but initially I thought this was a photo of a child soldier. They exist in many parts of the world and bring shame on the adults who abuse their innocence. As parents in the privileged west we owe our children the difficult truth about their brothers and sisters in other countries who are recruited to kill with real guns…
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At first glance the gun looks real – yes. The photo was taken in Istanbul where there is no child recruitment that I am aware of. What exists instead is a romantic notion of the army. It is obligatory to do 1 or 2 years training at the age of 18. Most young men can hardly wait to be amongst their own. Groups of men and boys are a common sight; either picnicing, hunting, playing cards, visiting – anything actually
The hierarchy of the ‘brotherhood’ is dominant to the point that if a man is older than another man he is considered a wiser uncle and greeted that way. I believe this is how a 12/13 year old comes to emulate his ‘uncles’.
It was really quite fascinating to observe that part of the culture.
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I can see how this environment can be attractive to young males. I grew up in an England when the same ‘call up’ at 18 existed – I missed it by one year after the government stopped compulsory enlistment. I and my peers were ecstatic and considered ourselves lucky. Different cultures – different values…
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How interesting! Great stuff
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Thanks Donna – I have a few more from the Istanbul photos.
Appreciate you stopping by !
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Insightful ! there is a lot of “jewels” in your site. thanks for stopping by. have a great weekend ♥
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Great! Happy you are enjoying. Thanks back for coming over ❤ – It's ThanksGiving here so I am doing a quick run though 🙂
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That was a wonderful concept, and beautifully realised – Lovely, thank you Lesley
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Appreciate you Valerie – thanks so much
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Bravo! Well done.
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Merci Jamie 🙂
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This is a very powerful piece.
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Thanks Naomi -I appreciate your comment very much. (You ended up in my spam box!yikes)
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Wonderful. I like it.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
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Thanks Francine. Happy you ‘got’ it. xx
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