Isabel Wachenheimer op schoot bij haar moeder Else Wachenheimer-Moos met haar grootvader Meir Wachenheimer in de stoel naast haar c. 1932 - 1937

This is a black and white photograph taken by the Wachenheimer family, of Isabel Wachenheimer sat on the lap of her mother, Else Wachenheimer-Moos, with her grandfather Meir Wachenheimer next to her in a chair. When I look at the photograph, I imagine the photographer carefully framing the shot, trying to capture a sense of familial connection and belonging. As a painter, I think about how each element contributes to the overall composition: the positioning of the figures, the lighting, and the arrangement of the furniture. The expressions on their faces speak volumes, revealing a range of emotions, from tenderness and love to perhaps a hint of melancholy or concern. I can imagine Meir wanting to capture a moment of happiness and togetherness amidst uncertain times. The way the light falls on Isabel's face adds to the intimacy and emotional resonance of the image. I wonder what other photographs were taken by the Wachenheimer family, what stories they might tell, and how they contribute to our understanding of their lives. All artists are in an ongoing conversation and exchange of ideas across time, inspiring one another’s creativity.