Interieur van de Sint-Bavokerk te Aardenburg 1909

This photograph captures the interior of the Sint-Bavokerk in Aardenburg, taken by an anonymous photographer, sometime in the past. I’m picturing the photographer, setting up their bulky equipment, carefully framing the shot to capture the play of light and shadow within the grand space. There's a sense of stillness, almost reverence, as the photographer works. The light streams in through the windows, casting long shadows that stretch across the floor, defining the architecture of the church. The monochromatic palette simplifies the scene to pure architectural form. It reminds me of those early architectural studies where the subject is really just the structure and light. Thinking about it now, there's something so beautiful about this quiet moment captured, and how it connects us to those who came before us. We all are inspired by one another, and this dialogue between artists across time creates an ongoing conversation of inspiration.