Physical Images

Definition

Physical images, is physically manipulated images.

Photo manipulation involves transforming or altering a photograph using various methods and techniques to achieve desired results. This is usually done using software, e.g. photoshop, the physical manipulation of images is done by tearing, cutting, painting, scratching etc. 

How does Gilliam’s animations link with Hannah Hoch’s photo-composites?

Gilliam's animations link with Hannah Hoch's photo-composites as they are both extravagant edits of the original images. this is because both photographs, changed the image completely and makes them look unrealistic and mysterious. additionally they both use the same materials, for example magazines and newspapers, as well as they both don't take all the photographs. 

How is meaning changed through creating photo-composites?

Meaning is changed through creating photo-composites as different parts of the photo are taken away from there original context and placed in a different place. Additionally, photo-composites can have 2 meanings, they can either be just made for fun which Gilliam is more likely to do as Hannah Hoch is more serious and plans her photo-composites in a meaningful way.

Hannah Hoch

Terry Gilliam