Today, we have discussed the different between copy and imitation
(copy vs. imitation.) Zoe proposes the idea about idea and expression that we
can convey a same idea in different expressions. Then Tess says imitation would
give the thing a new meaning. I agree with their ideas totally. In my opinion,
copying is died thing without soul, but imitation is newborn.
Dr. J shows us three samples that are subverted by editors. The
first one is a famous painting of a prideful and nobiliary madam. She’s original
expression is bored, disdainful and superior. Editor changes her face to Mr.
Bean’s humorous face. The second one is a portrait painting of George Watsontown, which is
looking like detained, thoughtful, tired, distant, important and presidential.
After the face is changed to Mr. Bean’s, the original meaning is subverted
again. The new image shows challenge authority, energetic and intimacy. The
last sample is Starbucks’ logo, which is showing uniformity (success and lack
of authenticity) and a mermaid (root in Moby
Dick by Herman Melville, which is peaceful, educated and enterprising.)
Then, Dr. J draws two guns in mermaid’s hands. The peaceful mermaid becomes a violent
and arrogant cowboy with maniacal smile who disregards rules.
It is interesting to give
visual art a new meaning. And I have gained the knowledge about the different between copy and imitation.
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