Transport per trein van machineonderdelen voor de suikerindustrie 1937 - 1938

This photographic print captures a train transporting machine parts for the sugar industry. An anonymous artist made it, and its rough edges remind me of the early days of photography where experimentation was key. I can imagine the photographer, setting up their camera, probably feeling thrilled to be recording something that was a big deal at the time. What were they thinking when they snapped the shutter? What stories did they want to tell about these industrial landscapes? The high contrast in the black and white print makes the image stand out. It captures the grittiness of the industrial age and the beauty of machinery and labor. It reminds me that every artistic decision, like choosing a viewpoint or playing with light, can communicate so much more. Each photo builds on what was previously made. The conversation never ends. And honestly, that’s what keeps me going.