Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by gloda:
I'd have given it a different title. But that's not so important. The composition is nice, I feel like the watcher of that scenery, which makes me feel unconfortable, and that's the best part of this picture. The woman crouches in a corner, clearly tries to protect herself, and the way the man holds the belt clearly shows his intentions.
A bit mor light would have made the details come out nicer. The guy's hand is either too blurred or not blurred enough. The crop is perfect. You might have taken te picture in the other side of the corridor. Having the doorknob in it would have brought in an additional element: a possibility (the only one) to get away.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by Gatorguy:
Really powerful image. I don't like looking at it, but that makes it good and effective. As for the technical merits, I think it could have used some levels/contrast adjustments as it looks a little muddy to me. 9

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by Rastas:
The shot made me cringe due to the content. I like the composition and the out of focus belt works for me.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by MrYu:
Excellent composition and very good execution. Original approach too.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by Louison:
Some men's... over some women. Sad but true.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by colda:
powerful and upsetting image
may have been more dynamic if the focus was on the hand/belt

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by katcocat:
Shouldn't this say 'Morons imposed authority ....' ?
An image which certainly provokes a reaction and is therefore good.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by grandmarginal:
Disturbing shot... Very heavy and daring. I'm wondering if it would've been bette to focus on the belt (tool of authority) rather than the victim. Not enough contrast to my taste but a nice (if I could say so) composition.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by jinjer:
Powerful shot.

Man's Imposed Authority over Women
by ijerry

Comment by Skip:
i don't really see this as authority. vicious, sick, brutish--that's what comes to mind for me.