Wales 53 1953

"Wales 53" is a contact sheet photograph by Robert Frank, taken in 1953. Contact sheets are a common tool for photographers, showing multiple frames from a roll of film. This sheet is a rare glimpse into Frank's creative process as it captures the raw, unedited images that would later become part of his iconic photobook, *The Americans*. The images depict various scenes from Wales, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the people and places Frank encountered. The contact sheet format highlights the photographer’s choice and arrangement of images, revealing the artist's eye for capturing candid moments and social commentary.