Question:
- Find two examples of photomontages that are either from a commercial source or from a fine art background. Discuss in what context they have been produced and what techniques they share with political photomontages.
- What messages, if any, are communicated through these photomontages and how effective do you think they are? Consider different ways that each image could have been tackled by the artist and come up with an idea for ‘another in the series’.
This montage was created by Greek designer Charis Tsevis, for personal and public enjoyment. I believe he meant to convey how influential these icons were in the media, or perhaps that they were the highest earners of the time, due to the fact that the photos of the people are composed of and blurred with various currency. It is similar to a political photo montage because it uses public figures and conveys a hidden message about money, status, and power.
http://www.kuriositas.com/2012/07/the-amazing-photomontages-of-charis.html
With this montage, the meaning can almost not be deciphered due to the many elements merged together and incorporated in the photo. However, it was made for personal pleasure and does not convey a political message, and if anything references a happier time. The moon in the background references the first film ever released to the public in 1902, "Le Voyage Dans La Lune" which translates in English to "a trip to the moon." That time was full of technological advancement, and was overall a time time for enjoyment before harder times to come, such s World Wars I and II and the Great Depression. The flying car and the grandfather clock could represent time passing, and that you must stay conscious (unlike the man without a head) to enjoy it.
http://minzzzoey.wordpress.com/2011/10/08/nm3223-exercise-3-digital-collage-or-photomontage/
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