Untitled (dad kissing little girl, seated on armchair, Houston, Texas) 1929

This picture of a dad kissing his little girl, seated on an armchair, was taken in Houston, Texas by Paul Gittings. It's a black and white image, everything is quite light as if bathed in bright light. I like the way that the little girl and her father are locked in this beautiful and tender moment. His suit and tie suggest this might be a formal occasion. In the background there are some fancy decorations that remind me of a rich person's house. I think Paul Gittings was trying to capture this moment for posterity, it seems he was very skilled and intentional in his composition. I find myself wondering what their relationship was like, and what they were thinking when he clicked the shutter. I feel he was trying to document and immortalize something beautiful. It also makes me consider the transience of life. A wonderful scene of an everyday moment!