Snow White 

This striking image, *Snow White*, was created by the Iranian artist Abbas Kiarostami, who passed away in 2016. Kiarostami often used photography and film to capture the beauty and simplicity of everyday life. In this photograph, he uses black and white film to depict a landscape of trees covered in snow. The monochrome palette emphasizes the textural contrast between the bare branches of the trees and the smooth, expansive snow. The photograph is rich in tonal variation, and was likely achieved through careful selection of film, lens, and printing techniques. Kiarostami’s choice of subject is important too, because the image invites contemplation on the natural world and the impact of climate on the landscape, and the stark image has social and cultural significance, reflecting themes of isolation and resilience. By focusing on materials, making, and context, we can appreciate the depth of meaning in this seemingly simple photograph.