The Dent d'Herens from near the Stockje looking S. by W. c. 1910

Curator: George Perry Ashley Abraham's photograph, "The Dent d'Herens from near the Stockje looking S. by W.," captures a monumental mountainscape. Editor: Whoa, it's like a silent film still. Makes me feel so tiny, like I'm about to be swallowed by all that white. Curator: The two tiny figures in the foreground emphasize the overwhelming scale of the mountain. This representation of nature also speaks to the colonial gaze and the masculine pursuit of conquering landscapes. Editor: I feel a connection to those figures, though. It's like, yeah, it's intimidating, but there's also this pull, this dare to explore. Curator: Indeed, it evokes the sublime. The photograph captures a specific moment, but it resonates with larger narratives of exploration, power, and environmental impact. Editor: Right. Makes you think about our place in all this. It’s a powerful image, makes me wanna write a poem about it.