tombstone angel
Digital photography is very freeing. No more paying for film developing and printing (or digitizing) costs. I can shoot as many photos as I want and the only thing it costs is some hard drive space. This enables me to play around with different angles and perspectives. A cemetery is a wonderful place in which to play this way.
angel from another view
The first view of the angel seems neutral about humanity, but the second view seems like an Angel of Judgment. Symbols on Headstones Demystified says that angels in funerary art represent
The agent of God, often pointing towards heaven; guardians of the dead, symbolizing spirituality. Angels are shown in all types of poses with different symbolism. Two angels can be named, and are identified by the objects they carry: Michael, who bears a sword, and Gabriel, who is depicted with a horn.
Apparently, this angel is one of the nameless host.
angel silhouette
This one makes me think of the angel who announced the birth of Christ to the shepherds, although I’m not certain why I see it this way.
angel's face
Here I focused on the angel’s face. It seems to be leaning down to decorate the person’s grave.
angel with hand in focus
The angel seems to be dropping a leaf on the grave from a wreath in its hand.
I’m not sure which perspective I prefer. Any opinions?
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