Untitled 1991

Curator: Ah, this piece grabs you, doesn't it? Editor: It does! This is an untitled photograph by Thomas Roma, created in 1991, a gelatin silver print. I'm really drawn to the raw emotion captured here, almost like a scene from a play. What do you see in this photograph? Curator: You know, when I look at it, I feel like I'm stepping into a very intimate and powerful moment. It's not just about religion; it's about human connection, belief, and hope, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Definitely! The composition directs my gaze right to the woman's hand resting on the man's head. Curator: Roma's framing is deliberate, creating such an immersive experience for the viewer. It’s not about perfection, you know? It's about life, raw and unfiltered. How does that imperfect clarity influence your perception of the image? Editor: It makes it feel more authentic, I think. Like this is a real moment, not a staged performance. The graininess and high contrast emphasize the drama of the scene. Curator: Exactly! The image resonates with this quiet, profound power. Roma, he's like a poet with a lens, you see? Translating everyday life into these moments of intense beauty and empathy. Makes you wonder what the story is behind each face in the crowd, doesn’t it? Editor: It really does! I am taking a lot of information from this audio guide experience, and I´m starting to see Roma’s photography differently now! Curator: Wonderful. Perhaps it’s about embracing the blurry edges and finding the beauty in those in-between moments that Roma seemed to capture effortlessly.