The Dark Shadow Shrine

embrace the darkness; that you may see the light nestled within it......

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Controversial Photo: Piss Christ

This is a controversial award-winning photo that depicts a crucifix dipped in the photographer's own urine, before he took the photo. Click HERE for more info. Isn't this uncannily reminiscent of the recent anti-Muslim video that made fun of a major religion, except that in the case of this photo, no Christians staged any mass protests, and no violence erupted. But this is exactly the kind of provocative art work or materials that need to be censored and not be allowed in the name of art or freedom of expression. Relate to questions on art, censorship and freedom of expression, democracy, creativity, etc.