The Mirror 1904

Here's my take on Helen Hyde's woodblock print, "The Mirror". I imagine Hyde hunched over the block, carving away at the wood with focused intensity. You can feel her presence in the soft, muted tones of the print, almost as if the ink is a whisper of her own breath. The image depicts a woman holding a child who's reflected in the mirror. I feel like Hyde is inviting us into this intimate space, to contemplate the complex relationship between identity and reflection. I think she’s encouraging us to consider how we see ourselves and how we want to be seen. Hyde's work is like a quiet conversation with the self, a gentle invitation to be present in the act of seeing and feeling. It’s almost like she’s passing along her wisdom, whispering in your ear about the mysteries of self-awareness and the joy of discovery.