Comparison of a Super Hero

Captain America (Bryan Hitch): Strong bold lines accentuate the muscles in this picture to show strength. Also the lines on his forehead show concentration and struggle. All things point to signs of a true super hero. The head tilted down and condensed image shows humility. The bright, bold colors bring out the intensity of the picture. Evoking conflicting emotions and making you feel for the figure who is hunched over in what seems to be pain and anger. Also the shield is a large part of the image which is Captain America's tell tale weapon and symbolizes his ability to protect America. This image portrays a true super hero full of strength, conflict and humility.


Captain America (Mark Behm): This image is made from soft lines and dull colors. The soft, curved lines portray a relaxed posture. This gives a feeling of laziness. The curve of the upturned chin makes the character seem cocky or arrogant. The proportions of the head to the body give the character a cartoonish look. The dull colors give a negative, dull mood. All these things characteristics give the image the opposite feelings of what a super hero is. In fact the person in the figure does not appear to be a super hero at all. Instead he seems like a normal man placed in a Captain America costume.