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Discussion 5: Revolutionary Mexican artists

I believe Orozco to be the most revolutionary of Los Tres Grandes. By not being overly political or radical and criticizing both sides, as opposed to Rivera and Siqueros, he leaves more impact on everyone as a whole. The viewer is then able to form their own opinions on the matter. Orozco's pessimistic outlook was translated through his murals. I believe that cynical demonstrations provoke more thought from the viewer than optimistic points of view. Orozco uses great symbolism in his work. For example, in "Carnival of Ideologies" he uses symbolism to show the conflict between the two sides. I also can't ignore the fact that Orozco lost his left hand at a young age. Being able to still be the artist he was despite this impairment is truly revolutionary.

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