Raoul Hague 8 1962

Robert Frank, a well-known photographer, shot "Raoul Hague 8" with a camera; it is a black and white photograph on film. The contact sheet gives a sense of intimacy and immediacy. I see the photographer circling certain images in red, either because they are considered to be the best, or the most appropriate ones for printing. I imagine the artist carefully reviewing the images, pausing and contemplating over each frame, a kind of post-production editing, making decisions, and refining his selection. Looking at the image, it seems like Robert Frank was probably influenced by the sculpture of Raoul Hague, by his approach to form, texture, and materiality. I wonder, was he trying to capture the essence of Hague's work through photography? This artwork is a testament to the conversations that exist between artists across different mediums.