Lake George 1927

Alfred Stieglitz made this photograph, Lake George, using gelatin silver. It's not just a landscape, but a study in contrasts, a dance between light and shadow. Look closely, and you'll see how Stieglitz uses the tones to create depth. The dark, brooding clouds at the top contrast with the sunlit field in the foreground, pulling you into the scene. The textures, oh, the textures! The soft, grainy feel of the field against the sharp, clear lines of the trees. It's like he's painting with light, capturing the essence of a fleeting moment. This reminds me of the work of Minor White, another photographer who saw the world in terms of light and shadow, transforming ordinary scenes into something extraordinary. Ultimately, it’s not just about what’s in front of the lens, but how the artist chooses to see it.