Untitled (model window, open) c. 1950

This black and white photograph presents a window ajar. I imagine Robert Burian carefully adjusting his camera, finding the right angle to capture this everyday object in a way that makes you see it anew. It's funny how something as simple as a window can hold so much potential. The open window is like a stage, framing what's outside while hinting at the stories unfolding within the room. It makes me wonder about the space it’s in, the kind of light that comes through it, and the sounds that drift in from the outside world. This piece reminds me of other artists who find beauty in the mundane, transforming ordinary subjects into something extraordinary. In a way, art-making is about opening a window, offering new perspectives, and inviting others to look at the world with fresh eyes. It’s all about seeing what’s possible when we embrace ambiguity and welcome unexpected interpretations.