The images below show an original photo and an edited version that was used in an advertisement in Australia. The model was very upset that the company had chosen to photoshop the image and speaks out publicly in this
article about the way modern media depicts women and how this in turn affects people's self image and confidence. According to the article the model's father is a "body image expert and the director of an organization that provides support to people with eating disorders". In class my students will read the article and discuss the issues related to advertising, women's health and public perception.
Questions for discussion:
- Should companies have the right to edit photos used in their advertising?
- How does the modern media depict women and how does this affect our body image?
- Is this a problem in our society?
- Is this an issue that affects men as well?
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