Bob Fichter 1975

This black and white photograph is by Mike Mandel and is called "Bob Fichter". In it, Bob Fichter wears a baseball cap and floral shirt. He is holding up a baseball glove, ready to catch. I really feel for Mandel, the photographer, who is probably wondering if the image is good or not. There’s something so philosophical about that doubt. When he took this shot, what was he thinking about photography, his work, and baseball? Did he plan it? Did Bob know? The picture is a symbol of the act of looking, which is something that all artists think about. The black and white tones capture the essence of the artist’s intent. It echoes the work of other artists over time. It reminds us that art is a conversation between everyone.