Chase Jarvis Chase Jarvis
  • Photos
  • Projects
  • About
  • Blog
  • Book
Chase Jarvis Chase Jarvis
  • Photos
  • Projects
  • About
  • Blog
  • Book

Coloring the Past – Blaspheming the Sacrosanct or Laudable [Re]Creativity?

—

reads

  • Total: 91
  • Facebook64
  • Twitter21
  • Pinterest4
  • Buffer2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Swedish artist Sanna Dullaway dropped some of her latest work on the Internet recently and responses have been all over the map. Dullaway’s recolorization process sees her take iconic black and white photos [Abraham Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, Anne Frank] and sprinkle rainbow dust all over them. [The actual process is a little more complex than that. For a taste, check out this YouTube video demonstrating the recolorization of the classic ‘The American Way’ photo. And then take a closer look at Dullaway’s work in the gallery above]

There’s no shortage of opinions on the transformations. I’ve heard everything from “brilliant” to “blasphemy.” The latter seems a bit harsh. At worst these can be regarded as a vain attempt to improve upon classics, sort of like remaking Total Recall. Are the colorized versions are “superior” to the originals? That’s always come down to personal taste. And where that’s concerned, well, who doesn’t find their breath short when the orange flames and robes explode from the screen in the Burning Monk shot? And that cool blue of the car, invoking the water we all so desperately want to douse on the man? That’s a worthy artistic exploration in my book.

Related Posts

10 Things Every Creative Person (That’s YOU) Must Learn
051026_ChaseJarvis_einstein_writing_vlrgwidec
Writing Makes Photographers More Creative — 5 Easy Tips
Daniel Pink: The Power of Regret
Chris Hutchins of Chase Jarvis LIVE
Chris Hutchins: All the Hacks to Maximize Your Life
Chris Burkard on Chase Jarvis LIVE
The Wayward Path of Photographer Chris Burkard
Make Your Message Heard with Victoria Wellman

35 replies on:
Coloring the Past – Blaspheming the Sacrosanct or Laudable [Re]Creativity?

Comments navigation

Previous
  1. juego tragamonedas online says:
    February 20, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    tanie noclegi Wisla

  2. Https://500Px.Com/ says:
    February 20, 2015 at 9:48 am

    It’s awesome to pay a visit this site and reading the views of
    all mates concerning this piece of writing, while I am also eager of getting know-how.

  3. Danny says:
    February 20, 2015 at 7:29 am

    It’s going to be ending of mine day, but before end I am
    reading this wonderful article to improve my know-how.

Comments navigation

Previous

Comments are closed.

BUY NEVER PLAY IT SAFE NOW!

Get weekly, curated access to the best of everything I do.

Popular Posts

20250611_CJLIVE_Failure_Micro_Thumb_16x9_v2.5What Most People Get Wrong About Failing Fast
A melting white canvas on a wooden easel, with a clock face placed in the center. The clock hands are black and point outward from the center, but the white material seems to drip and melt off the edges of the canvas, pooling at the base. The background is gray, providing a stark contrast to the melting white substance. To the left of the canvas, yellow and black text reads: "The Chase Jarvis Live Show," with the words stacked vertically in a bold, modern font. The overall composition evokes a surreal and creative aesthetic.The Creative Pause: Why We Need to Stop Asking “What’s Next?”
20241111_CJLIVE_MarthaBeck_Thumb_16x9_v2.5Curiosity, Creativity, and Purpose: Can They Really Defeat Anxiety?
A person sitting at a desk, holding their head in frustration, while flames seem to emerge from their head, symbolizing intense mental stress or burnout. The fiery scene contrasts with the calm surroundings of a room filled with books and papers, enhancing the feeling of overwhelming mental exhaustion. The expression on the person's face shows deep concentration or distress, and the bright colors of the flames highlight the inner turmoil they are experiencing.Creative Burnout Destroying Your Passion? (Try These 4 Quick Strategies)
Promotional image for The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show featuring Henry Shukman. The text reads 'USE MEDITATION TO HEAL' in bold white and yellow letters on a black background. On the right side, there is a smiling portrait of Henry Shukman, a bald man with a beard, wearing a dark blue shirt. In the top right corner, the show logo 'THE CHASE JARVIS LIVE SHOW' is displayed in yellow and black.The Deep Connection Between Creativity and Meditation
A smiling man with gray hair against a dark background with a geometric pattern. The text on the image reads "KEY TO A FLOURISHING LIFE" in large, bold yellow and white letters. An arrow points to the man with the label "Harvard Neurologist." In the top right corner, there is a logo for "The Chase Jarvis Live Show." The overall design uses a black, yellow, and white color scheme.How To Tap Into Infinite Creativity Through Consciousness
20240607_CJLIVE_ComfortZone_Micro_16x9-webIs Your Comfort Zone Holding You Back?
The show's logo is displayed on the left side, with "THE CHASE JARVIS LIVE" in bold black text inside yellow rectangles, stacked vertically. The right side of the image features a robotic figure, resembling a humanoid robot, meticulously working on a canvas. The robot is painting or drawing a grayscale portrait of a human-like figure. The robot's detailed mechanical components are visible, and the scene evokes themes of artificial intelligence, creativity, and technology. The background is minimal, allowing focus on the robot and its artwork. The composition suggests an exploration of AI's role in creative processes.Is AI the End of Creativity or Just the Beginning?
On the right side of the image, the bold text reads: “THIS IS WHY MEN ARE FALLING BEHIND” The words "THIS IS WHY" are in bold white, while "MEN ARE FALLING BEHIND" is in bold yellow. The text is set against a dark, textured background. On the left side, there is a photo of a man wearing a suit and tie, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The show's logo is displayed in the top left corner, featuring "THE CHASE JARVIS LIVE SHOW" in black text inside yellow rectangles. The entire graphic is framed by a yellow border, matching the color scheme of the text and logo.Gender Equality Isn’t What You Think (Here’s Why)
A silhouette of a person standing triumphantly on the edge of a cliff, arms outstretched, against a vibrant and colorful sky. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds in shades of blue, pink, orange, and purple, creating a breathtaking and awe-inspiring scene. The image conveys a sense of freedom, achievement, and connection with nature.Why Playing It Safe Is Riskier Than You Think

Daily Creative Projects

© 2024 Chase Jarvis. All rights reserved.

My New Book Is Here!

This book is a powerful compass for embracing risk and creativity in all aspects of life. Chase shows us how to step out of our comfort zones and become who we were meant to be.

SOPHIA AMORUSO
Serial Entreprenuer
NYT Best Selling Author of Girlboss

BUY NOW!

My New Book Is Here!

This book is a powerful compass for embracing risk and creativity in all aspects of life. Chase shows us how to step out of our comfort zones and become who we were meant to be.

SOPHIA AMORUSO
Serial Entreprenuer
NYT Best Selling Author of Girlboss

BUY NOW!