The Swimming Lesson Possibly 1906 - 1911
alfredstieglitz
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monotone colours
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black and white photography
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flying movement captured
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warm monochrome
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dirty atmosphere
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monochrome photography
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celebration photography
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monochrome
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monotone photography
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shadow overcast
"The Swimming Lesson" is a photo by Alfred Stieglitz, dating to between 1906 and 1911. The photo depicts a woman teaching a young girl to swim in a lake. The composition, with the woman's arm outstretched towards the girl, highlights the act of teaching. The use of natural light and the soft focus emphasizes the intimate moment captured, showcasing Stieglitz's interest in Pictorialism, a photographic movement that aimed to elevate photography to the status of art.
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