response to tragedy

While I was in high school, there was a huge problem with students getting into drugs and alcohol. Although all drugs were around in my high school days, Ectasy was a favorite of lots of students and many used it regularly. Sadly, a girl from my high school died from complications of ectasy and I wanted to create something to bring awareness to the dangers of using drugs.

copyright Jenny Newton 2009

My process was full of challenges. I had the idea to create fake blood and make it look like it was coming from my nose, however, I made the blood from ketchup and fruit punch and many different things. :) Not the greatest combination haha But it came out well. I took around 25 photos of myself and thought this one was good. I created the background of rave bracelets and bright colors from original photos I have taken and arranged them in Photoshop. 

I wanted to use this quote because I have heard from many people. The drug can make you feel so good regardless of the harmful affects. I wanted this to be kind of in your face and not sugar coat the devastating affects.