A Boy from Tangiers by Keith Goldstein

Captured during a summer study abroad in 1980, this portrait reflects the photographer's immersive experience wandering the historic alleys of Tangiers. By blending into the local environment, the photographer gained intimate access to the daily lives of residents, including this young boy. The image masterfully contrasts the boy’s shy, guarded posture and shirtless form against the rigid, rhythmic geometry of the stone steps behind him. This photograph is award-worthy for its authentic street-level perspective, capturing a fleeting, tender moment of human connection that transcends the cultural and linguistic barriers of the time.