Women of the 20th Century Photography (Roger Viollet)

"Women of the 20th Century" presents a photography collection sourced independently and in collaboration with Roger Viollet Gallery. The collection of 29 limited edition prints, , "fragments of eternity," take viewers on a journey through history and challenges what freedom appears to be. With each print, as emotions begin to stir, time passed becomes seemingly subjective. There is a voyeuristic nature to observing art, particularly with photography. Pausing in front of a photograph for enough time allows the subject to examine the viewer, rather than just the reverse. When it comes to documenting the women of history, how we engage with the past becomes part of their story. A relinquishing of ego, a revolt against the facades we wear, bridges the few feet and framed glass that stands between viewer and a moment that belonged to someone else.

Of particular interest are photographs taken at the beach. A collection to challenge the notion that photos taken at the sea are meant to depict the carefree beachgoer. There is depth just beneath a calm surface. People are drawn to the sea in moments of contemplation, in search of meaning and clarity. They go to the shoreline and wait for answers to appear. "Visiting a gallery can give you the answers you didn't know you were searching for."