An image that tells the universal story of a photographer. The image depicts photography as a time machine. The many watches and clocks show a different time each time. They symbolise the many moments captured. Father and mother, immortalised on the wall, look approvingly at the scene. The faithful husband dragging along the photographic material, a chest that has lasted for generations. The young generation takes a smartphone selfie. The swan, an animal that remains faithful to its partner in nature, refers to the love between man and woman.
Carine Van Gerven (b.1966) is a Belgian professional photographer. After her studies in art and painting, she became an art teacher in Overpelt in the Flanders region. She has been working as a professional instructor with the youth on art workshops ever since. In 2016, she co-founded the cultural event Lens op de Mens – Fotofestival Pelt and currently is the president and creative leader of the bi-annual festival.