Copyright: Henri Cartier-Bresson,Fair Use
This photograph, The Quai St Bernard, near the Gare d'Austerlitz, Paris, was captured by Henri Cartier-Bresson, but it's undated. It's kind of amazing how he's turned a fairly mundane spot into something full of mystery. What strikes me about this photograph is its composition. The way Cartier-Bresson uses the lines of the bridge and the train tracks really pulls you in. And the two figures, almost like silhouettes, add a touch of intrigue. The shadows are so deep and the light, it’s like a character in itself. It reminds me that art isn't just about what you see, but how you see it. Cartier-Bresson had this incredible ability to find beauty and interest in everyday scenes, kind of like the work of Helen Levitt. It’s a reminder to slow down and really look at the world around us.
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