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II French Photojournalism & the Artists Code | French Photojournalism PART III
The photo below was posted by The Boston Globe "The Big Picture" with an article entitled "France on Strike"
Let me begin by sayings these people were in fact protesting the pension reform, but there is an allegory within the picture revealing something else happening within their country that corresponds with the event. A matrix of clues or a symbolic riddle lies within the photograph. I won't be revealing my conclusion of what is happening there because, it would defeat the purpose of my posts, but I will reveal some of the clues and how to interpret them so you can come to your own conclusion.
Allegory: a representation of an abstract or spiritual meaning through concrete or material forms;
Photojournalism: is journalism in which photography dominates written copy; a multi-dimensional viewpoint that enables a greater understanding of a topic or story often relayed through symbolism.
About Symbolism: Many symbols within the artists' code have universal meanings, but some symbols have to be read within their context to determine their meaning. Whether or not portions of a photo were planned, enhanced, staged or otherwise manipulated is irrelevant - as long as they are revealing the truth and maintaining the integrity of the event/topic/news story.
Please review the photo below before proceeding further.
NOTE:
Have a pencil and paper handy - you might need to visually map out the clues mentioned below.
AP Photo/ Laurent Cipriani
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