I spent a lot of time studying Richard MacDonald's "Bullwhip" sculpture. Even while photographing it, I could not determine if the subject was feeling defeated or powerful.
Because of his stance (feet apart and firmly on the ground) and he is depicted holding a whip would lead onlookers to conclude that he was a powerful figure. However, his head is also lowered, leading me to think he is sad or feeling defeated.
Art that makes me stop and ponder is my favorite kind. Just beautiful or attractive art has its place, but I prefer art that makes me think and question. Although I would not include art that is incomprehensible in this category. I prefer art that makes a statement or shares an emotion without needing a translator or a Ph.D in the visual arts to understand and appreciate it.
I think its a mixture of feelings, but I see him looking down at his watch(Sun dial), and he is thinking to himself "Must be 5'o clock somewhere!!"
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DeleteI think he has just carried out a flogging that he really wished he didn't have to do,maybe guilt or empathy .
ReplyDeleteI think he has just carried out a flogging that he really wished he didn't have to do,maybe feeling guilt or empathy .
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