Untitled (Man and baby) c. 1960s

This untitled gelatin silver print shows a man holding a baby in front of a Christmas tree. I wonder about the moment this photo was taken, or what the artist—the photographer—was thinking. The image has a homey, intimate feel. The silvery grays create a sense of nostalgia. You can almost feel the soft fabric of the baby’s onesie or the warmth of the man’s hands. The composition is simple, yet there's something about the way the figures are positioned. They’re close, their faces almost touching, and they fill the frame. There is a real tenderness to the work, a timeless quality that speaks to the universal experience of love and connection, like the work of Deana Lawson or Dawoud Bey. This image captures a fleeting moment of pure joy. It’s a reminder of the power of photography to freeze time and preserve memories, reflecting our shared humanity.