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Photo of the Week by Grodgeman
Taken on an estancia (ranch) in Patagonia. I did hesitate about this one, then saw that the category 'Pets/Captive animals' exists. This is it. The real thing.
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Uploaded20/02/2019 - 10:22
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Posted 20/02/2019 - 22:52
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Good God--what pelts are they? Say they aren't sheep pelts, please...
Posted 20/02/2019 - 23:13
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Brilliant... intriguing and disturbing in equal measure...
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Posted 21/02/2019 - 01:05
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This doesn't pull any punches and its honesty of reporting is forgiveness for any hurt that goes with it.
Posted 21/02/2019 - 02:23
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Tell that to the sheep waiting under Damacles’ sword.
Posted 21/02/2019 - 13:00
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It makes a strong impression. It is a very sinister image because of the juxtaposition of the live sheep with the pelts. The colour, almost monotone, somehow adds to that foreboding. A powerful, strong picture demanding the viewer to question our treatment of animals. I know that in the U.K. animals waiting for slaughter, which I guess these sheep would be, are penned in more sterile surroundings but does that make it more acceptable? I am not a vegetarian and I enjoy roast lamb. Well done for stirring us all up!
Posted 21/02/2019 - 15:10
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I have absolutely no problem with the taking and posting of this image because it does indeed challenge the viewer to question our treatment of animals. While I am a vegetarian, I have zero interest in proselytizing those who choose to eat meat. But I must say I was shocked to see that some rancher saw fit to needlessly add to his sheep's suffering by hanging their comrades' pelts over their heads, like the sword of Damocles.
Posted 25/02/2019 - 09:41
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Powerful - and intriguing. Your pp has added to the effect. Congrats on POTW
Andy
Posted 25/02/2019 - 10:17
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A seriously challenging image that demands attention as a quality photograph while at the same time makes a disturbing statement. over animal treatment. A good choice for POTW.
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Posted 25/02/2019 - 10:53
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Thank you for all your comments.
Posted 25/02/2019 - 17:36
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davidtrout wrote:
A seriously challenging image that demands attention as a quality photograph while at the same time makes a disturbing statement. over animal treatment. A good choice for POTW.
David
My sentiments also. Congratulations on a very strong POTW win.
A seriously challenging image that demands attention as a quality photograph while at the same time makes a disturbing statement. over animal treatment. A good choice for POTW.
David
Posted 26/02/2019 - 00:42
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It is also a commentary about attitudes. The rancher, reading this, might easily think we are nuts. A very well deserved POTW.
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