Zuidzijde van de Sint-Willibrorduskerk te Diessen 1910

This photograph of the Sint-Willibrorduskerk in Diessen was taken in August 1910 by an anonymous photographer. Look at the way the church looms, the solid dark structure and tall spire against the sky. The tone is muted, almost a monotone, and this creates a somber feel. The crosses stand like guards in front of the building. Think about the texture of the brickwork; even though it's a photograph, you can imagine the rough surfaces, the way the light catches on the edges. There’s a real sense of place here, a feeling of history. It reminds me a bit of some of Atget's architectural studies, the way he documented Paris, capturing not just buildings, but the feeling of a city. Art is like a conversation, with each artist building on what came before. The photograph leaves much to the imagination.