Sag Harbor, L. I. c. 1978

Editor: This is Eric Baden's photograph, "Sag Harbor, L. I." It's a black and white image, and the composition feels very fragmented, almost like a screen. What do you see in this piece? Curator: It's a compelling image, particularly through the lens of environmental activism. Sag Harbor, like many coastal communities, is grappling with climate change. The photograph captures a tension: the natural elements – the trees, the light – juxtaposed with the stark reality of infrastructure and perhaps even construction. Editor: The power lines are really prominent! Curator: Exactly! They symbolize our dependence on systems that contribute to environmental degradation. Baden subtly hints at this struggle, inviting us to contemplate our role within this landscape. Editor: I never would have looked at it that way! Curator: It's about connecting the dots, seeing art as a reflection of our times, and a call for change. Editor: I'll remember to look for those connections in the future. Thanks.