Portret van een onbekende bruid before 1908

This small photographic print shows an unknown bride and was made by Edouard Morren. The soft, sepia tones create a dreamlike atmosphere; it's like peering into a memory. The light drapes over the bride's dress, turning the fabric into a cascade of subtle textures. The lace trim around the neckline and cuffs has been captured in exquisite detail. See how the veil blurs and softens the background, giving a sense of depth? It reminds me of how Gerhard Richter sometimes drags a squeegee across a photo-realist painting. I love how Morren has managed to keep the focal point sharp. Photography is so often about capturing a moment in time, like life drawing, it seems simple, but actually, its an incredibly complex process. It feels less simple the more you do it! Just like any other medium, like painting, the possibilities are endless.