Vrouw met kinderen in klederdracht in een huiskamer, vermoedelijk in Volendam c. 1900 - 1910

This photograph by G. Hidderley pictures a woman with children in traditional dress in what is believed to be Volendam. Looking at it, I imagine Hidderley observing quietly, framing the scene carefully, watching as the light fell. It's dark, but it's also full of light. I feel like I’m there in the room with them, in a different time. This image is not just about capturing a moment; it’s about preserving a culture, the textures of the fabrics, the wooden furniture, all telling stories of a particular place and time. I love thinking about Hidderley making decisions about composition, what to include, what to leave out. Each choice makes me feel something. Painters and photographers are connected, all trying to make sense of the world. It’s not just about seeing, but about feeling, about creating something meaningful.