At Play 1938

Arthur Ellis's 1938 photograph "At Play" captures the silhouettes of people roller skating, their legs and roller skates cast in stark black against a bright, white background. The use of shadows and silhouettes creates a dynamic, geometric composition, with the repeated forms of the legs and roller skates suggesting the rhythmic movement of the skaters. Ellis's work is known for its focus on capturing everyday moments in an evocative and abstract way, and this image exemplifies his ability to turn a simple scene into a compelling work of art.