Portrait of Georgia, No. 1 1923

This is Alfred Stieglitz’s photographic portrait of Georgia O’Keefe. It is difficult to imagine the artist's intention, but I like to believe that the mood between the couple was tense. It feels as if the gray atmosphere of the photographic paper adds to the melancholy of the portrait. O’Keefe's intense stare speaks of a very strong, independent woman, but also a woman looking to be loved. I think the photo gives us an opportunity to study the contrast between light and dark in a human relationship. The work makes me think of Frida Kahlo, another strong female artist. I see artists as if they were in an ongoing conversation, always looking to inspire the next person. There are so many readings of this photo and its meaning can change all the time. I think this is what makes it special.