I don't know what to think about this: Down Syndrome Last Supper

[LostInAnomie]

Larger image in link: http://www.jamesmaybe.com/blog/2009/09/one-chromosome-too-many/

[La Lioness Priyanka]

1. i think a lot of it depends on artists intent. it certainly made me question

why i find it so shocking and i WANT to see a problem with it. should people with downs syndrom not appear in art? if they do, do i have to assume its to shock or mock? etc

[Richardo]

2. Yes.

Intent means a lot. On its face, I see nothing wrong with it - in fact, it's nicely composed and lit.


:hi:

[supernova]

3. I think it's beautiful

I'm sure the people in the frames were happy to participate. :-)

It shows the light within all of us.

[undeterred]

4. So they actually had communion at the Last Supper?

[supernova]

5. It was the annual Seder meal

with unlevened bread, herbs, and wine, which we in the xtian community have turned into communion.

[undeterred]

6. Oh yeah, that makes sense.

But it sure looks like Communion. Not much to eat.

[Call Me Wesley]

7. I love it.

The only questionable thing I see here is the blog post you linked to. I'm sure they all had great fun to pose for it.

[gmoney]

8. Shocked at the implication...

that Jesus wore eyeglasses!

Beautifully done photographs, and I think the subjects look rather noble in their presentation and expressions.

[HiFructosePronSyrup]

9. People are being upset? Fine art.

[Bunny]

10. I think it's great!

That's very nicely done.

[Frank Cannon]

11. I don't have a problem with it at all.

In fact, I think it's pretty cool. Great poses and well photographed.

[ceile]

12. I like it.

Really beautiful.