Take a long look at this picture. It is more than just a woman with a guitar. Think for a minute about the shapes, the universals in this photo. The guitar itself is more than just wood and string. In the guitar it is easy to see the shape of a woman, the universal female. It is also intriguing to note that she does not face the camera. This strengthens the idea of this woman representing All women. Notice that the background is out of focus, unrecognizable, and incredibly simple. This simplicity is apparent throughout this entire piece.
It is because of the universals, the simplicity, the vagueness of this picture that a Young Woman Holding an Acoustic Guitar Behind Her Back can be powerful, soft, and beautiful.
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