Going to the Start Possibly 1904 - 1905

"Going to the Start" is a photo by Alfred Stieglitz, taken sometime between 1904 and 1905. This photo captures the energy and excitement of a horse race, with the jockeys and their mounts racing towards the starting line. The image is framed from the perspective of a spectator in the grandstand, giving the viewer a sense of the scale of the event. The use of a vertical framing and the inclusion of the large support beam create a dramatic and dynamic composition, highlighting the movement and energy of the race. The image, while capturing the sport, also reflects the influence of Pictorialism, a photographic movement that emphasized artistic expression in the medium.