Models wearing suits by Carolyn Schnurer 1945 - 1946

This black and white photograph by Genevieve Naylor features two models wearing Carolyn Schnurer suits, captured in what looks like a candid moment on the beach. I imagine Naylor, squinting through the lens, trying to capture the light just right. The way the light falls on the model's skin, the subtle shadows defining their forms – it's all carefully considered. I wonder, was she thinking about those classic beach photos, reinterpreting them through her own modern lens? There is something about the textures and tones that feels real and inviting. The poses are natural; this isn't about perfection; it's about capturing the essence of movement and presence. It’s easy to imagine what it was like to be on set that day. This photograph feels less like a constructed image and more like a captured moment. It is part of a long tradition of image-making and continues to be relevant today.