The first image I have chosen is of a family farm. The interesting aspect of this seemingly normal photograph are the added images of oversized crops such as corn and cabbage. I think this depicts the American myth is the sense that things are percieved to be bigger and better. I believe Watson touches on this in his article when quotes Crevecoeur as saying "the American is... a new man". The idea that in America one can start over and anything is possible.




The next picture is of the view from a house window. The beauty and majesty of it all conveys the message of new beginnings, abundance, and yours for the taking. Watson discusses the desire for the remote and the urge that drove many people to America as the "love of wandering".