Untitled (Three children) c. 1965

This photograph of three children was made anonymously, the date is unknown. What strikes me about this image is its quiet simplicity, its delicate balance of light and shadow. It’s a snapshot, a moment captured, but there’s something deeper going on. The grey tones are soft and muted, creating a sense of calm, of stillness. Look at the way the light falls on the concrete, how it highlights the texture and casts long shadows behind the children. This play of light adds depth and dimension. The choice of black and white emphasizes the emotional content. The photograph is about memory, about capturing a moment in time. Like the paintings of Gerhard Richter, there is a sense of ambiguity, of something hidden beneath the surface. It invites you to slow down, to look closely, and to consider the many possible stories contained within this simple scene.