Bloeiende takken, Spiraea Arguta c. 1900 - 1940

Richard Tepe made this photograph, Bloeiende takken, Spiraea Arguta, at the Rijksmuseum with photography. The way the light hits the flowers, it’s all about capturing a fleeting moment, like a painter trying to catch the light just right. Look at the texture, how the blossoms seem to float against that soft background. It's not just a picture, it’s an experience. It feels like Tepe is playing with light and shadow, creating a world that’s both real and a little dreamy. Check out that one tiny flower at the top, it’s as though it is reaching for the sky. This photograph reminds me of some of the paintings by Georgia O'Keefe, who also had a keen eye for the beauty of flowers. It's like they're both in on this secret, celebrating the small wonders that nature offers.