Execution Site Of Irelands 1916 Easter Rising Leaders
- Thread starter Tom Dunne
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Rob MacKillop
Edinburgh Correspondent
I've been there, and I have to say it was not a nice experience, and this image conveys it well. Isn't it odd, though, that if you take away the crucifix and the story, it would just be an interesting shot of a wall and door. But the subject is so strong and emotive, I can't look at it without feeling some pain.
Julian de'Courcy
Well-Known Member
A strong image on it's own Tom, the added history will always bring unpleasant images to the mind.
Brian Moore
Moderator
Powerful stuff, Tom.
Chris Dodkin
West Coast Correspondent
Like Tom & Rob, I have been to this site - chilling would be a good description
I felt very uncomfortable being a tourist
Like the B&W treatment Tom, and the balance of the doorway and cross - very nice comp
I felt very uncomfortable being a tourist
Like the B&W treatment Tom, and the balance of the doorway and cross - very nice comp
Pete Askew
Admin
A superb and potent image Tom. You're good at these I think; no fuss but infused with passion.
Tom Dunne
Well-Known Member
Thanks for your comments and observations everyone. Personally I find that door to be a bit haunting and menacing and I picture the leaders being marched out from there and in James Connolly's case carried out on a stretcher, tied to a chair and shot.. Actually James was born in Edinburgh.
