Songs of the Sky or Equivalent 1923 - 1929

Alfred Stieglitz made this photograph, Songs of the Sky, with a camera, and the way he plays with light and dark reminds me of how I approach color in my paintings. It’s all about the relationships, the push and pull of tones. Looking closely, you can almost feel the air moving. See how the light seems to catch the edges of the clouds? It’s like he’s sculpting with light, revealing the textures and forms in a way that feels incredibly present. The dark areas aren't just empty; they're full of depth and mystery, like shadows holding secrets. The placement of that little sun or moon, peeking through, is like a focal point that everything revolves around. Stieglitz’s work makes me think about other photographers like Minor White, who also captured the spiritual in natural forms. There’s something about this image that resists easy answers, inviting you to lose yourself in the moment.