Times Square--New York City 1 c. 1961

"Times Square--New York City 1" (c. 1961) by Robert Frank is a contact sheet of photographs capturing the bustling energy of Times Square, New York City. The black and white images offer a glimpse into the urban landscape, showcasing the dynamic movement of people and traffic. This contact sheet, a tool for photographers, provides a fascinating window into Frank’s creative process, as it presents a series of frames, each a subtle variation in perspective and composition, offering insight into his artistic choices. Frank, renowned for his street photography, expertly captured the essence of American life in the early 1960s, often employing a candid and observational style that challenged traditional notions of documentation. The contact sheet, with its series of sequential frames, invites viewers to engage with the photographer’s vision and the evolution of his composition.