Ana's Veiw

I get a sense, from both images, of entering into the unknown. Without knowing the context, I can really only assume psychological; that feeling of delving into realms within the mind that were previously unentered. The girl looks relaxed, so one can assume it is a natural state, either growing up or merely falling asleep and entering the subconscious. The fact that these images are under water give a similar vibe. Water can be interpreted in many ways, including the subconscious and also a cleansing nature, as seen in Bill Viola's work. I really get a sense of internal growth from these images, without being able to pinpoint why, and perhaps the water is this reformation that comes with age. Perhaps I get this feeling from the evident youth in the girl which is interesting, because other artists, like Tom Chambers, clearly try to hide the identity of their subjects. The raw and openness of the subject also suggests the naturalness I mentioned earlier. I am still torn over whether this work explores ideas of the subconscious, or developmental transition, or perhaps an intermingling of the two; but there is definitely a relaxed sense of entering unknown territory.