San Gennaro festival--New York City no number 1951

Robert Frank’s gelatin silver print shows a series of images taken at the San Gennaro festival in New York. It's like looking over the artist's shoulder as he’s editing, choosing, and feeling his way through a collection of moments. I imagine Frank moving through the festival, camera in hand, trying to capture the essence of the event. What was he thinking as he snapped these shots? Was he drawn to the faces in the crowd, the festive decorations, or the overall energy of the celebration? He experiments and explores as he is shooting. Looking at the images, I see glimpses of a vibrant street fair, a slice of urban life, and echoes of photographers like Garry Winogrand, who captured the pulse of city life. The grainy texture and high contrast add to the rawness and immediacy of the scene. Ultimately, this work is a conversation with other photographers, a way to explore the world through a lens, with all its ambiguity and unexpected beauty. It captures a unique point of view, embracing chance and inviting multiple readings.