True art is not just "Pretty Pictures". True art is something that makes us think. Makes us questions not just others but ourselves. True art is very often very controversial. Often not in "good taste" but yet gets us talking, comparing like and unlike thoughts. Starting a dialogue. When I first saw the photo my reaction was a cross between disgust and humor, making me question my thoughts.

As photographers (artists) we do more than just “record” images. We can stir emotions; bring back memories of both good and bad times. We can cause ourselves and other to THINK.

In reading this thread it is obvious to me that this photo has done that to everyone who has seen it. It has brought out many varied and extreme reactions. It makes me judge not the photographer but myself. To me this is what art does.

We should be proud that this forum allows us as both photographers and artists to show our work and share thoughts on it both in the technical aspect and content.

Please re-post it and thanks to all for your opinions.