Puerto Rico 1 1959

Robert Frank made this piece, "Puerto Rico 1," as a series of photographs in the darkroom. It's all about process; you can see how each frame captures a slightly different moment, like a film strip unspooling before your eyes. The stark black and white tones give it a raw, immediate feel. Look closely, and you'll notice the graininess, the imperfections—it's not about perfection but about capturing a feeling, a mood. There's a rhythm to the sequence, like waves lapping at the shore. Notice that shot where the swimmer is just a tiny speck amidst the vastness of the ocean; it speaks volumes about our place in the world, small yet present. Frank's work always reminds me of Walker Evans, but with a more personal, almost diaristic touch. It’s a reminder that art isn’t just about pretty pictures; it’s about seeing and feeling the world around us.