Notice and Focus
Notice and Focus- Che Guevara
1. Expression
a. Serious
b. Concerned
c. Intense
d. Fierce
e. Transfixed
f. Aloof
2. Distant gaze
3. Contrast of light and shadow, black and white
4. Nostrils flared
5. halo created by hair and beret around his face
6. rugged appearance- beard and long shaggy hair
7. upright posture
8. leather jacket w/popped collar
Interesting: I found Che’s gaze interesting, in that it seems to transcend the photo and become timeless.
Strange: I found it strange that in a way Che looks similar to images of Jesus, with their long hair and beards, and the beret replacing the crown of thorns. In fact, there is an adaptation of Jesus as Che (see below).
Revealing: It’s revealing how Che’s facial expression can be interpreted in so many ways depending on the person viewing it, the biases they may have, or any preconceived notions of Che.
Significant: I found it significant that the black and white of the photo only adds to its striking appearance, contrasting the light and dark and emphasizing the shadows on Che’s face.
