Altijd bezig 1903 - 1919

This print by Arie Willem Segboer, called ‘Altijd Bezig’, captures scenes of girls 'always busy' with different activities. I find myself wondering about the artist's perspective here. Was he celebrating their industriousness, or perhaps hinting at the limited roles available to women? The light in the painting is interesting; everything is nicely illuminated, but not too brightly. I like the fact there is a softness to the colour palette. I can sense the artist's attention to detail and their effort to create a harmonious composition that is quite pleasing. Making art is an ongoing dialogue. Artists are constantly engaging with their predecessors, their contemporaries, and even future generations. We borrow, steal, and transform ideas, pushing the boundaries of creativity. This is what makes art so vibrant and alive.