Wielewaal bij een nest met jongen (vogels, nesten) c. 1900 - 1930

Richard Tepe captured this quiet scene of a bird tending its nest with photography, a medium so well-suited to the observation of the natural world. I wonder what it was like for Tepe to witness this intimate moment. The way the light filters through the leaves, creating a soft, muted palette, suggests patience, stillness. And the bird perched alertly, a dark silhouette against the hazy background, is so much more alive than most figures in photographs, don't you think? It really brings a personal feeling to the work. The nest itself, a tangled mass of twigs and fluff, is a masterpiece of organic architecture. Look at how Tepe has captured the textures, the delicate balance between order and chaos that defines nature. He shows us how everyday life is really amazing. In this image, I see Tepe inviting us to pause, to observe, and to appreciate the subtle beauty that surrounds us. He gives us a chance to reflect, just as painters do, on how we see the world.