New York 1987

This photograph, titled 'New York', was captured by Rosalind Solomon, and while we don't have a specific date, it embodies a timeless feel. The composition is so direct, so head-on, it's as if we're meeting the sitter eye to eye. Solomon's choices—the high contrast, the close crop—amplify this sense of immediacy. Look at how the light falls, creating deep shadows that sculpt the face, the arms, and the adorable feline friend. It's a study in contrasts; soft fur against rough fabric, light skin against dark clothing. These elements aren't just details; they’re crucial to how we emotionally engage with the image. The gaze of both man and cat draws us in. This piece reminds me of Diane Arbus, in its honest portrayal of the human condition, finding beauty in the everyday. Art, after all, thrives on these conversations, these echoes through time, never settling for just one answer, but always inviting us to see, to feel, to question.