Untitled (Sears and Theater) c. 1950

This photo by Robert Burian captures a Sears store next to a cinema. It’s a small black and white image, like a memory or a dream. I imagine Burian walking around with his camera, capturing the everyday scenes around him. The building with its brick facade is a product of its time and you can sense the artist thinking about what this means. The stark contrast between light and shadow reminds me of films. This photo isn't just a snapshot; it's an interpretation. It's as if Burian is capturing a feeling, a mood, rather than just a scene. He’s looking at the modern world, mass production. It reminds me of Ed Ruscha's photographs of buildings. Artists are always looking at each other's work, talking to each other across time. Each with their own particular point of view.