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Sometimes a new perspective is needed to see what is in plain sight. Full view for full impact (enjoy the size).

This piece is inspired by Rammstein's "Amerika". On the surface, the impact of changing cultures and the "C" to a Germanic "K" was quite interesting. I wanted to capture how other countries might view America in our current situation. This war-driving mentallity mixed with the current culture melting warmth of globalization makes for a powerfull and identity erasing force. I saw America in a new light I try not to think about, but is in front of me. The bad America.

However, in making this piece I alo have to say I love America. I love the fact I could make this piece without repercussions. I can say what I feel. I can love and be friends with the people I want to. I can be an individual in society. I earn my own keep.

This piece is composed of US Government Public Domain Photographs. All images are taken from the previous battles Amerca has fought in. Thinking about that, I have to say this piece is NOT ABOUT IRAQ. I view it as more a homåge to my Grandfather. He fought bravely and proudly for America in WWII. He was drafted and never questioned the motives. He did not fight for America. He fought for what America stands for, it's freedoms.

I hope this all makes sense. There's just a lot that came out of and changed as a result of this piece. I saw the freedoms I have right in front of me.

Say what you will about America. Just remember (if you're a citizen of the US) that you DO have the freedom to bash America. To point out it's flaws. On that note...Fu*k Bush and his buddies.
Image size
1342x1920px 1.34 MB
Make
Samsung Techwin co., Ltd.
Model
Digimax A503 / Kenox D503
Shutter Speed
1 second
Aperture
F/3.2
ISO Speed
100
Date Taken
May 20, 2006, 10:32:58 AM
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Pyrotactick's avatar
It goes kind of like that! :D