The close angle that Newman used makes Krupp, an industrialist whose factories manufactured weapons for the Nazis throughout WW2, look intimidating along with Krupp’s pose as it adds to the aggressive tone of the image – his clasped hands give him a look of authority.

The dim, yet warm toned, lighting creates a murky atmosphere that draws attention to Krupp’s face and his almost sinister expression. This was due to the photographer, who was Jewish, wanting revenge against one of many that caused the death of so many of their people. Newman successfully captured a ominous atmosphere especially with the use of one of Krupp’s own factories in the background of the photo which further adds to the hostile tone of the image.

The clarity of the image allows the viewer to fully examine the factory that Newman purposefully left in frame behind Krupp, making sure it was centred. Due to this, the image is balanced which makes it visually appealing to the eye.