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11-22-2008 10:28 PM
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gingembre says:
Beautiful, ornate artwork moving about the roads of Pakistan.

"Jamal Elias breaks down the motifs for truck art into the following 5 categories:

1. Idealized elements of personal and communal life.
2. Elements of political and national life.
3. Talismans, trinkets, and clothing.
4. Talismans or religious symbols.
5. Obvious religious symbols and images."

"Unlike vanity plates and ‘pimp-my-ride’ style modifications, Pakistani truck art is about cultural history and tradition, storytelling, passion, and sometimes playful one-upsmanship.'
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11-22-2008 10:35 PM
BartendingBear
The term "a riot of color" comes to mind.
11-22-2008 10:42 PM
gingembre
Seeing these gorgeous trucks go by would be like watching a parade. It would sure be something joyous to see, especially with some understanding of the cultural significance of the art.
11-26-2008 2:01 PM
citizenbfk
Adds some color to life; that's cool
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