Judging America: Photographer Challenges Our Prejudice By Alternating Between Judgment and Reality
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Joel Parés, a U.S. Marine-turned-professional photographer, has created an interesting photo series that seeks to question the ugly prejudices that many of us harbor, to one extent or another, against groups of people different from ourselves.
Parés’ photo series at first presents us with characters symbolic of the prejudices suffered by various groups based on their ethnicity, socio-economic status or sexual preference. Then, however, they show us the real people behind these often false characters – the violent gangster turns out to be a Harvard graduate and an exhausted gardener turns out to be the CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
“Many of us are in the habit of judging others incorrectly by ethnicity, by their profession, and by their sexual interest,” Parés told PetaPixel about his photo ideas. “The purpose of this series is to open our eyes for social issues and make us think twice before judging someone because we all judge even if we try not to.”
More info: joelpares.com | Facebook | 500px (h/t: petapixel)
Harvard graduate Jefferson Moon
New York City nurse Sahar Shaleem
Pastor/Missionary Jack Johnson
Fortune 500 CEO Edgar Gonzalez
Stanford Graduate School student Sammie Lee
Iraq Combat Veteran Jacob Williams
Widowed mother of 3 Jane Nguyen
iPhone app inventor Joseph Messer
Family outreach program founder Ben Alvarez
Famous painter Alexander Huffman
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I think this is kinda dumb. You could put a scowl on anyone and they would be threatening, not to mention a gun... noose, or a knife.
It's not about how they are smiling...It's how people PERCEIVE them. These people could be smiling &people would STILL see them as mean.
If you dress in clothing that portrays a partcular stereotype, you become that stereotype. Unless these people actually dress like this.
Well said.
then why not just have them smile? Some of them are just how I look working around the house! Not artfully profound - sorry.
You completely missed the point, good job. They're not meant to be scary, they're just showing how judgmental people see various ethnics...
i agree
This has nothing to do with ethnicity. A guy holding a gun, scowling, covered with tattoos would scare people. This failed to make its point
Really? All Asian women are strippers? And what stereotype do Mr. Alvarez, Messer or Williams fit that is dispelled by the other picture?!
but you dont see them a way based on their ethicities, thats what he was saying. otherwise both pics would have the same impact.
exactly, that is how dumb judging IS!
Wow, someone holds a gun and you're not going to be afraid of them because you're worried about "judging" them? Darwin.. do yo' thang.
but if that's the case, isn't it equally dumb to judge people who judge people ?
Thank you! I thought the same thing. Yeah people will judge you BECAUSE you are holding a gun. Yeah. Pretty much.
agree
I think that's kinda the point.. Don't judge a book by its cover
ohh!!! agree!!!
Only scary to xenophobic types
I agree. A positive judgement is still a judgement. lol. Either way, they are still being judged! Just depends if the person agrees w/ it.
my thoughts exactly.
i agree w/ TaraynMarissa
i think the photographer wants to show the difference between what others think of americans and the real americans.
I think this is shallow, intellectually dishonest & dumb. If you don't *know* a person- all you have as quick judgement is their attire
I don't understand. OF COURSE we judge by surroundings! If they are holding guns, I'm not likely to hang around and make polite conversation
No, i think the point here is that people percieve them as those stereotypes they're not actually dressed that way.
I think that is clever. But, there are stereotypes everywhere. I'm stereotyped as a Californian.
My best friend lives in OC. Can you imagine! Those darn wives! Lol
That's the whole point of this. They're everywhere! We need to be more aware of our own views. Change is needed. It starts with each of us!
Who on earth, gay or not, would write 'queer' on their chest. Why not 'I'm just like everyone else, don't treat me differently please!'
Old saying "Cloths make the Man" (or woman). First impressions shape our thoughts about other people. What's important lives within.
very well done, and great photos Mr Pares. I get it
It's all about stereotyping. People see a black guy they think gangster. People see someone with glasses they think nerd. Ect.
For people who aren't getting it, this is all about stereotyping. People see a black man they think he's gangster. Glasses means nerd..ect.
This is really good, makes people think about racial sterotypes. On another note I agree with Raechel you could put anything on anyone
that's amazing! great job!
Too bad that most people don't get it. Just try to open your mind instead if closing it as racist people do.
The pictures on the LEFT are JUDGEMENTS. (IE: How you see Muslims, Asians...) The pictures on the RIGHT are REALITY. (Who they actually are)
Never assume either way! Ass-uming makes an ass out of you! ;) Never assume dress is what makes the real person underneath better or not.
If the photographer is saying that when people see the people on their prejudices project the image on the right, he's wrong and prejudiced.
I think everyone is missing the point. These people aren't judged on how they are dressed but on their ethnicity, profession, or sexuality.
I wouldn't say judging people with a gun/knife is a bad thing. Natural selection allows all animals to assess others for self-preservation.
Sorry to be harsh, but the concept is judgement in its self and would only illustrate stereotypes for children.
Some photos do not have two faces: http://goodtimephotography.us/blog/documenting-our-city/
Sorry, but I am a conservative, and I don;t make judgments on what someone is wearing. I have worked for a police department for 35 years.
So your're a conservative? From what I see police judge a lot & kill people they judged wrong!!! I would bet you do judge still. We all do!
Interesting, but some are just ridiculous.....
Really? I thought all were pretty darn real!!
these photos are pretty bad lol
Fascinating
El ultimo parece chaka en las dos imágenes xD
I do not think this makes the point that is suggested the artist is trying to make at all. This actually suggests a very superficial shallow understanding of the social caste system in America.
F that last comment this is the shit
this is such cack
...r.r...this is not if someone is holding a gun or not.... is about how people is...but people feel they are like that
The fact is, the way we dress, the way we act and the way we present ourselves will control how people perceive us.
sorry, if stockbrokers really dressed in do rags with guns and nurses really carried uzis, this might make a point.....
Please don't judge AMERICA, it is a big CONTINENT extending from Canada to Patagonia and surely all of us AMERICANS don't judge like USA do.
I don't get this. The ppl in suits are stereotypes too. If you are dressed like you're doing yard work that's not bad to assume you are!
To be fair, if dude is holding a noose and carrying the Confederate flag, IM GOING TO JUDGE A LITTLE.
If the message is perception, doesn't it follow we can project how we get judged by people? And why are the titles on the right "good?"
The last one has pretty eyes....
It would have more impact if he had removed the weapons and had the same expression in both photos
I think it would have been more effective if he left out props and had everyone smile. Show that it doesn't matter what you look like.
I don't think it's worth much. Some people CHOOSE to dress like some of the "stereotypes" b/c they WANT to be identified w/ a group.
Oh wow, I really do like this article for some reason
Hurting people hurt people and those who choose to love conquers the ability to see through the masks that society has exposed us to believe
I think some people create prejudice against themselves in the way they dress, if you dress like a bear and your walking in the woods!
Pastor/Missionary Jack Johnson looks scary in both sides XD
yeah we know yeah at pics on the left side its their past time and on the right side pics its their daily routine time :) JK
Oh please, either one of the pics is a costume/lie. All they have to say is necessity hides under the cloak of peer pressure.
Whee whee I think that most of this photos are awesome! But in Poland there is another one best thing - 3tc pany ;-)
Look beyond the surface and you will find those that look like they got it together victim of abuse, drug addictions and much more
If you dress a certain way then you should expect people to treat you a certain way. Its as simple as that.
We only the surface and that's what we judge. I see people all day that look their lives are straight but they dying. Look beyond the surfac
I don't think people ask Asians which nail salon they work at or ask Mexicans if they are gardeners.
All this illustrates is that clothes and demeanor communicate a message - this isn't about prejudice. ESP since it's not about ethnicity
All this illustrates is that dress and demeanor send a message. It's false to characterize a negative reaction as prejudice.
a few look like the same person, diff moment of the day. Scowly faces will always incur judgement. Try again i think. With smiles.
This is the next best thing, HONY ++, great project, great idea, great message. Bravo!!
My lord this is dumb. How about dressing up a homeless guy like a CEO - "oh my god, I can't believe you're ASSUMING he's a CEO! You judger!"
I think in North America and in western society a suite make a man a thats a sad sad fact...
I like the idea, however the execution is too blatant, by making it more subtle it would encourage thought and therefore more meaning.
they look suspicious on all pics. never trust people
Try dreesing different races randomly,people will still think the way they dress. You are just plain racist, sir.
When people are frightened, they see danger everywhere. It's sad because most people are not interested in hurting others.
The absolute genius thing about this is 'what if they were neither.' Then it your perception of each person would be fooled twice. Mindblown
ummm.....its human nature to judge......its called self preservation.
So, the tattoos on Mr. Moon are real?
I wouldn't say judging people with a gun/knife is a bad thing. Natural selection allows all animals to assess others for self-preservation.
Unfortunately, perception is reality, but it does make one think.
Wanna make a movie ?
Judgment is passed on every person you meet/see, that's how you base your approach. An educate guess is likely better than an ignorant one.
Well shit, I guess when I see a fireman in his uniform standing next to his truck I should remember he is probably a terrorist.
Well shit I guess when I see a fireman dressed in his uniform standing next to his firetruck I should remember he could be a terrorist.
Why would successful people present themselves as anything but what they are. This is a waste of time and proves nothing.
stereotypes a go go in the land of freedom (restrictions may be applied)
I think the first guy looks like a g in both pics real gs wear suits anyway
judgement is a conditioned response conducive to survival
So we're 'supposed to' come to the conclusion that people who are Ivy-league educated are always the 'better' choice? #stupid
This is one of the most ill-conceived photo essays I've ever seen. You're better than this, Bored Panda.
necessary and beautifully truthful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OBPaenkxdg
Reminds me of this:https://i.imgur.com/4cdE62L.jpg
I think when you stereotyped everyone of these people and their ethnicity. I think you prejudges their ethnic group before you put these pe
Fair enough don't judge people, but don't call yourself a professional if you insist on using that one terrible filter, its godawful
Public Service Announcement. Take your fingers off the triggers. #gunsafety
This is pointless. All people see are the costumes. A guy dressed like a manual labourer and carrying a rake gets taken form one? Wow.
Pointless.
BREAKING NEWS - CLOTHES ARE IMPORTANT
Edgar Gonzalez, Founder, CEO at Xtreme Big Brother Shops and BBYD? http://www.stik.com/p/real+estate/texas.brownsville/p/xbbyd
Great idea poorly executed. Some of props, + aggressive body language + facial contortions nullify photog's intent.
It just me or anyone think that Famous painter Alexander Huffman is beautiful ?
If I would have seen any of these people, I would become "prejudice" towards them, not because of their skin, but how they represent it.
Sammie Lee looks great in photo #1
This is an excellent way to broaden ones perspective. Well done Joel Parés.
In french "l'habit ne fait pas le moine" means "the habit does not make the monk" and IT is what applies to this case...
In french, "l'habit ne fait pas le moine" means "the habit does not make the monk", and I think THIS applies to this case.
Dumb.
Stupid.
Are we so politically correct now that we cannot even generalize based on how someone presents himself?
Well, of course! We all initially judge by a person's exterior. Is there a huge lesson to be learned here?
Nobody cares about your status when you brandish guns or knives. These have nothing to do with ethnicity/stereotypes. Just guns and knives.
Evolution has taught us to judge others for our own safety. If he's scowling and has a gun, he's dangerous.
Whats funny...recognizing stereotypes simply reinforces stereotypes! Still very good work
This is senseless. Take image #1, I would never look at the right-side image and think for one moment he was a criminal or gangster...
...But look at the left-side image, immediately we can tell he's a criminal and gangster, as no well-to-do person would wear that stuff.
I think that anything of good intent, which gives us a moment to look inward and think, has merit. Worth sharing.
It's a cliché and contrived I'm afraid beautifully photographed, anybody can be more than one person too sometimes we can all hide.
I find it odd when you look uo Alexander Huffman and Edger Gonzalez nothing comes up. World famous painter???
Well spotted. I think Parés may be making a double bait and switch .. and that the "true" images are in fact the left hand side ones.
Reinforces stereotypes, stupid.
It shows that we judge based on an entire set of signs. The same person appears threatening or not depending on how they present themselves
Thank you. Will share.
this works both ways, put a bum in a suit, give him a shave and a haircut, and he'll look important. not sure what the point is here.
You're so right. It's also judging when you dress someone with expensive clothes to reflect the "important" people outfit. meaningles..
I get that they are showing stereotypes. But these are kind of dumb. Dress anyone like that and they look threatening.
some of the portraits should have been "the dregs" of society. Burkha girl for one.
Excellent
stereotypes exist, thanks for pointing that out (says the unmarried Hispanic!!!) this is an A level photo project. oops, judgey judgey.
... and the point would be that stockbrokers and nurses can be thugs and terrorists.
what is this trying to prove, exactly? The clean-cut guy doesn't normally dress like a thug but he's pretending to be one, for what reason?
what is this trying to prove, exactly? The clean-cut guy doesn't normally dress like a thug but he's pretending to be one, for some reason?
Dress like a thug. Get treated like one. This is the way it is and the way its supposed to be. This article is a big fail.
Human beings judge others by their appearance. If your a scowling guy with tattoos and a gun, are people not supposed to judge you on that?
I really didn't see any art in it. Thank you for showing YOUR judgmental low opinion of my estimation of someone.
Ridiculous
umm getting into an elevator with a guy in a suit or a guy with a singlet, tattoos and more importantly 2 guns DUH! cause I'm going to judge
If one doesn't want to be viewed in a certain light, they are the only one who has the ability to change that.
So if you dress like a stereotype, you carry yourself like a stereotype, you display stereotype behavior, why are you surprised that you are
Judgment is passed on every person you meet/see, it's how you base your approach. An educated guess is likely better than an ignorant one.
Why would successful upstanding citizens present themselves as anything but what they are? This is a waste of time and effort.
I agree, this is just plain dumb. You yourself is actually judging people who read this for being judgmental. What you're doing is actually
So the point of this article is to leave clear the fact that if I wear a suit my face is automatically prettied up with Photoshop?
I agree this is totally dumb. Of course that how you dress and your style represents the way you think and live - It is self representation
judgement is a response conducive to survival in extreme cases
if i were shot or robbed by the "gangster" in the first photo because i suspended judgement, i'd haunt the author of this article
photographer, not author. pardon me
The prejudice here is in the artist's eyes. When I look at the people on the right, I don't see the people on the left; he does.
this is silly... if u are holding a gun, & I'm afraid of u, oh slap my hand i should be ashamed for judging u lol ummmm there is also reason
I think this is kinda dumb. You could put a scowl on anyone and they would be threatening, not to mention a gun... noose, or a knife.
It's not about how they are smiling...It's how people PERCEIVE them. These people could be smiling &people would STILL see them as mean.
If you dress in clothing that portrays a partcular stereotype, you become that stereotype. Unless these people actually dress like this.
Well said.
then why not just have them smile? Some of them are just how I look working around the house! Not artfully profound - sorry.
You completely missed the point, good job. They're not meant to be scary, they're just showing how judgmental people see various ethnics...
i agree
This has nothing to do with ethnicity. A guy holding a gun, scowling, covered with tattoos would scare people. This failed to make its point
Really? All Asian women are strippers? And what stereotype do Mr. Alvarez, Messer or Williams fit that is dispelled by the other picture?!
but you dont see them a way based on their ethicities, thats what he was saying. otherwise both pics would have the same impact.
exactly, that is how dumb judging IS!
Wow, someone holds a gun and you're not going to be afraid of them because you're worried about "judging" them? Darwin.. do yo' thang.
but if that's the case, isn't it equally dumb to judge people who judge people ?
Thank you! I thought the same thing. Yeah people will judge you BECAUSE you are holding a gun. Yeah. Pretty much.
agree
I think that's kinda the point.. Don't judge a book by its cover
ohh!!! agree!!!
Only scary to xenophobic types
I agree. A positive judgement is still a judgement. lol. Either way, they are still being judged! Just depends if the person agrees w/ it.
my thoughts exactly.
i agree w/ TaraynMarissa
i think the photographer wants to show the difference between what others think of americans and the real americans.
I think this is shallow, intellectually dishonest & dumb. If you don't *know* a person- all you have as quick judgement is their attire
I don't understand. OF COURSE we judge by surroundings! If they are holding guns, I'm not likely to hang around and make polite conversation
No, i think the point here is that people percieve them as those stereotypes they're not actually dressed that way.
I think that is clever. But, there are stereotypes everywhere. I'm stereotyped as a Californian.
My best friend lives in OC. Can you imagine! Those darn wives! Lol
That's the whole point of this. They're everywhere! We need to be more aware of our own views. Change is needed. It starts with each of us!
Who on earth, gay or not, would write 'queer' on their chest. Why not 'I'm just like everyone else, don't treat me differently please!'
Old saying "Cloths make the Man" (or woman). First impressions shape our thoughts about other people. What's important lives within.
very well done, and great photos Mr Pares. I get it
It's all about stereotyping. People see a black guy they think gangster. People see someone with glasses they think nerd. Ect.
For people who aren't getting it, this is all about stereotyping. People see a black man they think he's gangster. Glasses means nerd..ect.
This is really good, makes people think about racial sterotypes. On another note I agree with Raechel you could put anything on anyone
that's amazing! great job!
Too bad that most people don't get it. Just try to open your mind instead if closing it as racist people do.
The pictures on the LEFT are JUDGEMENTS. (IE: How you see Muslims, Asians...) The pictures on the RIGHT are REALITY. (Who they actually are)
Never assume either way! Ass-uming makes an ass out of you! ;) Never assume dress is what makes the real person underneath better or not.
If the photographer is saying that when people see the people on their prejudices project the image on the right, he's wrong and prejudiced.
I think everyone is missing the point. These people aren't judged on how they are dressed but on their ethnicity, profession, or sexuality.
I wouldn't say judging people with a gun/knife is a bad thing. Natural selection allows all animals to assess others for self-preservation.
Sorry to be harsh, but the concept is judgement in its self and would only illustrate stereotypes for children.
Some photos do not have two faces: http://goodtimephotography.us/blog/documenting-our-city/
Sorry, but I am a conservative, and I don;t make judgments on what someone is wearing. I have worked for a police department for 35 years.
So your're a conservative? From what I see police judge a lot & kill people they judged wrong!!! I would bet you do judge still. We all do!
Interesting, but some are just ridiculous.....
Really? I thought all were pretty darn real!!
these photos are pretty bad lol
Fascinating
El ultimo parece chaka en las dos imágenes xD
I do not think this makes the point that is suggested the artist is trying to make at all. This actually suggests a very superficial shallow understanding of the social caste system in America.
F that last comment this is the shit
this is such cack
...r.r...this is not if someone is holding a gun or not.... is about how people is...but people feel they are like that
The fact is, the way we dress, the way we act and the way we present ourselves will control how people perceive us.
sorry, if stockbrokers really dressed in do rags with guns and nurses really carried uzis, this might make a point.....
Please don't judge AMERICA, it is a big CONTINENT extending from Canada to Patagonia and surely all of us AMERICANS don't judge like USA do.
I don't get this. The ppl in suits are stereotypes too. If you are dressed like you're doing yard work that's not bad to assume you are!
To be fair, if dude is holding a noose and carrying the Confederate flag, IM GOING TO JUDGE A LITTLE.
If the message is perception, doesn't it follow we can project how we get judged by people? And why are the titles on the right "good?"
The last one has pretty eyes....
It would have more impact if he had removed the weapons and had the same expression in both photos
I think it would have been more effective if he left out props and had everyone smile. Show that it doesn't matter what you look like.
I don't think it's worth much. Some people CHOOSE to dress like some of the "stereotypes" b/c they WANT to be identified w/ a group.
Oh wow, I really do like this article for some reason
Hurting people hurt people and those who choose to love conquers the ability to see through the masks that society has exposed us to believe
I think some people create prejudice against themselves in the way they dress, if you dress like a bear and your walking in the woods!
Pastor/Missionary Jack Johnson looks scary in both sides XD
yeah we know yeah at pics on the left side its their past time and on the right side pics its their daily routine time :) JK
Oh please, either one of the pics is a costume/lie. All they have to say is necessity hides under the cloak of peer pressure.
Whee whee I think that most of this photos are awesome! But in Poland there is another one best thing - 3tc pany ;-)
Look beyond the surface and you will find those that look like they got it together victim of abuse, drug addictions and much more
If you dress a certain way then you should expect people to treat you a certain way. Its as simple as that.
We only the surface and that's what we judge. I see people all day that look their lives are straight but they dying. Look beyond the surfac
I don't think people ask Asians which nail salon they work at or ask Mexicans if they are gardeners.
All this illustrates is that clothes and demeanor communicate a message - this isn't about prejudice. ESP since it's not about ethnicity
All this illustrates is that dress and demeanor send a message. It's false to characterize a negative reaction as prejudice.
a few look like the same person, diff moment of the day. Scowly faces will always incur judgement. Try again i think. With smiles.
This is the next best thing, HONY ++, great project, great idea, great message. Bravo!!
My lord this is dumb. How about dressing up a homeless guy like a CEO - "oh my god, I can't believe you're ASSUMING he's a CEO! You judger!"
I think in North America and in western society a suite make a man a thats a sad sad fact...
I like the idea, however the execution is too blatant, by making it more subtle it would encourage thought and therefore more meaning.
they look suspicious on all pics. never trust people
Try dreesing different races randomly,people will still think the way they dress. You are just plain racist, sir.
When people are frightened, they see danger everywhere. It's sad because most people are not interested in hurting others.
The absolute genius thing about this is 'what if they were neither.' Then it your perception of each person would be fooled twice. Mindblown
ummm.....its human nature to judge......its called self preservation.
So, the tattoos on Mr. Moon are real?
I wouldn't say judging people with a gun/knife is a bad thing. Natural selection allows all animals to assess others for self-preservation.
Unfortunately, perception is reality, but it does make one think.
Wanna make a movie ?
Judgment is passed on every person you meet/see, that's how you base your approach. An educate guess is likely better than an ignorant one.
Well shit, I guess when I see a fireman in his uniform standing next to his truck I should remember he is probably a terrorist.
Well shit I guess when I see a fireman dressed in his uniform standing next to his firetruck I should remember he could be a terrorist.
Why would successful people present themselves as anything but what they are. This is a waste of time and proves nothing.
stereotypes a go go in the land of freedom (restrictions may be applied)
I think the first guy looks like a g in both pics real gs wear suits anyway
judgement is a conditioned response conducive to survival
So we're 'supposed to' come to the conclusion that people who are Ivy-league educated are always the 'better' choice? #stupid
This is one of the most ill-conceived photo essays I've ever seen. You're better than this, Bored Panda.
necessary and beautifully truthful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OBPaenkxdg
Reminds me of this:https://i.imgur.com/4cdE62L.jpg
I think when you stereotyped everyone of these people and their ethnicity. I think you prejudges their ethnic group before you put these pe
Fair enough don't judge people, but don't call yourself a professional if you insist on using that one terrible filter, its godawful
Public Service Announcement. Take your fingers off the triggers. #gunsafety
This is pointless. All people see are the costumes. A guy dressed like a manual labourer and carrying a rake gets taken form one? Wow.
Pointless.
BREAKING NEWS - CLOTHES ARE IMPORTANT
Edgar Gonzalez, Founder, CEO at Xtreme Big Brother Shops and BBYD? http://www.stik.com/p/real+estate/texas.brownsville/p/xbbyd
Great idea poorly executed. Some of props, + aggressive body language + facial contortions nullify photog's intent.
It just me or anyone think that Famous painter Alexander Huffman is beautiful ?
If I would have seen any of these people, I would become "prejudice" towards them, not because of their skin, but how they represent it.
Sammie Lee looks great in photo #1
This is an excellent way to broaden ones perspective. Well done Joel Parés.
In french "l'habit ne fait pas le moine" means "the habit does not make the monk" and IT is what applies to this case...
In french, "l'habit ne fait pas le moine" means "the habit does not make the monk", and I think THIS applies to this case.
Dumb.
Stupid.
Are we so politically correct now that we cannot even generalize based on how someone presents himself?
Well, of course! We all initially judge by a person's exterior. Is there a huge lesson to be learned here?
Nobody cares about your status when you brandish guns or knives. These have nothing to do with ethnicity/stereotypes. Just guns and knives.
Evolution has taught us to judge others for our own safety. If he's scowling and has a gun, he's dangerous.
Whats funny...recognizing stereotypes simply reinforces stereotypes! Still very good work
This is senseless. Take image #1, I would never look at the right-side image and think for one moment he was a criminal or gangster...
...But look at the left-side image, immediately we can tell he's a criminal and gangster, as no well-to-do person would wear that stuff.
I think that anything of good intent, which gives us a moment to look inward and think, has merit. Worth sharing.
It's a cliché and contrived I'm afraid beautifully photographed, anybody can be more than one person too sometimes we can all hide.
I find it odd when you look uo Alexander Huffman and Edger Gonzalez nothing comes up. World famous painter???
Well spotted. I think Parés may be making a double bait and switch .. and that the "true" images are in fact the left hand side ones.
Reinforces stereotypes, stupid.
It shows that we judge based on an entire set of signs. The same person appears threatening or not depending on how they present themselves
Thank you. Will share.
this works both ways, put a bum in a suit, give him a shave and a haircut, and he'll look important. not sure what the point is here.
You're so right. It's also judging when you dress someone with expensive clothes to reflect the "important" people outfit. meaningles..
I get that they are showing stereotypes. But these are kind of dumb. Dress anyone like that and they look threatening.
some of the portraits should have been "the dregs" of society. Burkha girl for one.
Excellent
stereotypes exist, thanks for pointing that out (says the unmarried Hispanic!!!) this is an A level photo project. oops, judgey judgey.
... and the point would be that stockbrokers and nurses can be thugs and terrorists.
what is this trying to prove, exactly? The clean-cut guy doesn't normally dress like a thug but he's pretending to be one, for what reason?
what is this trying to prove, exactly? The clean-cut guy doesn't normally dress like a thug but he's pretending to be one, for some reason?
Dress like a thug. Get treated like one. This is the way it is and the way its supposed to be. This article is a big fail.
Human beings judge others by their appearance. If your a scowling guy with tattoos and a gun, are people not supposed to judge you on that?
I really didn't see any art in it. Thank you for showing YOUR judgmental low opinion of my estimation of someone.