A Wee Cot Hoose c. 1922

This dreamy landscape, “A Wee Cot Hoose”, was made with gelatin silver print by John M. Whitehead. The tonal range in this image is so gentle, it's like a whisper. The way the light filters through the clouds and reflects on the water feels like an invitation into a quiet, meditative space. I love how the texture of the vegetation in the foreground is rendered with such detail, giving a tactile quality to the scene, despite the overall softness. It's a reminder that even in the most serene moments, there's always a sense of grounding, a connection to the earth. The way the house sits nestled in the landscape reminds me a bit of the work of Peter Doig, in the way it uses light to create atmosphere and mood. Just like Whitehead, he has a knack for finding beauty in the everyday, in the quiet corners of the world.