Carroll Street, Brooklyn, New York 1968

David Vestal's photograph captures an open door in Brooklyn, New York, printed on silver gelatin. I feel an intimate, quiet energy. I can imagine Vestal considering how light and shadow interact on the door’s surface, carefully framing it to create a composition that's both simple and evocative. Thinking about Vestal setting up his camera, adjusting the focus, and waiting for the right moment, I see a patient, observant person, drawn to the beauty in the everyday. I love the way the light falls across the door. The door feels worn, but it's also full of character. It reminds me of my own studio, the way light changes throughout the day, and how those shifts affect my work. This conversation between light and form is something that connects photographers and painters across time. It's an ongoing exploration of how we see and interpret the world around us.