Untitled (large group of children on trampolines) c. 1950

Editor: This intriguing gelatin silver print by Lucian and Mary Brown shows a large group of children on trampolines. It's quite a sight! It looks like some sort of public recreation space. What are your thoughts on what this image is trying to capture? Curator: It prompts us to consider the history of leisure and public space. How did the trampoline, initially a tool, become a widespread recreational device? This image might be critiquing or celebrating its role in shaping childhood and societal views on fun and play. Editor: I never thought of it that way, as a social commentary on leisure. Curator: Exactly! By juxtaposing the individual action of jumping with the collective setting, the artists encourage us to examine how institutions influence personal expression and freedom. What do you think? Editor: It makes you wonder about accessibility and who has access to joy. A whole new perspective for me!