Twee foto's van familie Van den Berg tijdens een vakantie aan het meer van Genève 1930 - 1934

Here we have two photographs by Frank Willem van den Berg, images of his family's vacation at Lake Geneva. In the top image, the lake reflects the mountains in a way that makes the world appear upside down, mountains below and above. Below this, we see a lone figure, perhaps the artist, stick in hand, standing amongst a grove of pine trees. The material quality of these photographs is striking. The grainy texture and monochrome palette emphasize the contrast between light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. You can almost feel the chill in the air, the crispness of the mountain air and the cool water of the lake. In the lower image, the figure stands out, a dark, solitary shape against the white snow. This mark speaks to the feeling of being alone in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This reminds me of Gerhard Richter's black and white landscape photographs. Both artists use the medium to explore themes of memory, nostalgia, and the human experience. Art is an ongoing conversation, a dialogue between artists and ideas across time.