Memory of the Skjendal Glacier 1962

Curator: Anneliese Hager's photographic work, "Memory of the Skjendal Glacier," presents us with a striking composition. Editor: It feels like a stark, almost brutal rendering of a landscape in monochrome. Like a dreamscape of ice. Curator: Indeed. The interplay of light and shadow is quite pronounced. Note the way the artist manipulates the tonal range to define form. Editor: It's clever how she transforms something as vast as a glacier into this almost intimate, textured experience. It's more about feeling cold than seeing it. Curator: The high contrast emphasizes the spatial relationships, creating depth and volume through stark juxtapositions. Editor: I get the sense it is about time, too. The glacier's memory is probably better than the real thing now, sadly. Curator: It is a powerful piece, compelling us to consider our relationship with the natural world, both present and past. Editor: Absolutely, and seeing it this way makes me want to protect the real thing even more. The picture captures my imagination.