Rudy Burckhardt’s street photography, which was featured in an exhibition at Tibor de Nagy Gallery through January 23rd, put the idea of carefree fun above all.

For those who celebrate, outings to view neighbors’ extravagant, larger-than-life Christmas decorations are a favorite pastime. However, artist Danelle Mathey has framed this seasonal tradition in a new and deeply thoughtful way, urging viewers of her photography book American Christmas to consider these decked-out houses as a type of installation art.