Strike c. 1950

Editor: This black and white photograph, simply titled "Strike" by Scherschel, captures a moment of intense confrontation. The tear gas really conveys the turmoil. What can you tell me about the context of this image? Curator: This image resonates with the power dynamics inherent in social upheaval. Consider the visual language - the dense crowd versus the isolated figures of authority. It's not just about the event itself, but the larger narrative of resistance against oppression. What does this image say about who gets to be seen and heard in our society? Editor: It's about visibility, who has it and who doesn't. Thanks for pointing that out. Curator: Exactly. And photography, as a medium, has historically played a role in shaping those power dynamics, hasn't it? This photograph challenges us to consider whose perspective is being captured, and whose story is being told.