Milan photograph: Wilmarth and two others with "Orange Delta for A.P.S." in progress at factory, 1973 c. 1973

Editor: This black and white photograph by Enzo Nocera, "Milan photograph: Wilmarth and two others with "Orange Delta for A.P.S." in progress at factory," from 1973, depicts figures working in a factory setting. It feels very documentary and gritty. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see a powerful representation of labor and the collaborative nature of art production. Nocera's photograph captures not just Wilmarth, but the often-unseen hands that bring art to fruition. Consider the socio-political context of 1973 – a time of significant labor movements and questioning of industrial structures. How does this image challenge or reinforce those power dynamics? Editor: That's a great point. It makes me think about who gets recognition for art and who doesn’t. Curator: Exactly! It prompts us to consider the intersection of art, labor, and social justice. Perhaps the "Orange Delta" itself was meant to disrupt norms, and this image becomes a testament to the collective effort behind such interventions. Editor: This really makes me appreciate the complex story behind artworks. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure! It’s about seeing art as part of a larger conversation.