3D Picture Discussion

This picture shows a scene in the ocean, whereby two men are jumping down from a helicopter. Below, in the ocean, are two three people. Only their heads are visible. Thus, I conclude that this is a rescue mission.

The three people in the water are not struggling much in the picture. Maybe it is because they know that they are going to be rescued and that they do not need to waste their energy. Another possible reason is that it is coincidental that this shot is taken when the three are not showing obvious signs of struggling.

Since only their heads are visible, it is not possible to describe their features clearly. However, whether it is due to the angle of the camera or not, two of them are close together, while the other is some distance away from the two. Perhaps this is because one of them is not able to swim well. Hence he or she requires help from the other person.

The helicopter itself is painted in two bright colours, red and yellow. This is most likely to allow it to be spotted easily by those in need. This shall allow them to not give up and persevere while help arrives.

There are a total of four people who arrived in the helicopter. Two of them are wearing suits which helps them float and does most of the rescuing. The other two are both pilots of the helicopter. One is squatting near the door of the helicopter to coordinate the rescuers jump while the other manages the helicopter.

Both of the pilots are dressed up in dark blue clothing with yellow and red strips. While wearing helmets, only their hands and part of their face are visible.

The two rescuers are dressed up in brightly coloured suits. I assume that their red and yellow figures works the same way as their helicopter. They both wear yellow helmets and goggles. The man on top is facing us while the other has his back facing us. I see that the rescuer's face is nonchalant. Perhaps this is due to his experience in rescuing people.

I believe that this picture does not really show much that is happening. For instance, i believe that this rescue operation is not as easy as what the picture implies. It would require skill to hover the helicopter at that level and keep it steady. Jumping out into the ocean would need courage. The people down in the water might also be at the end of their hopes before spotting the helicopter. Thus, i believe even though it is said that a picture is worth a thousand words, that thousand words are not enough.


Done by : Quek Jie Sheng (38)

posted by Quek Jie Sheng @ 6:44 AM