Twee jongens spelen op het strand van Noordwijk in de zee 1945 - 1948

This photograph, now at the Rijksmuseum, captures two boys playing in the surf at Noordwijk. I love the ephemeral quality of this image. I wonder about the photographer as they were composing this shot. The way they captured the spray of the water as the children play is great. It's like they were chasing after something, a feeling, a memory. It is a conversation between the artist, the subject and the viewer. This photograph is a reminder that art is not just about the finished product. It's about the process, the journey, the exchange of ideas, and the emotional connection between people.