Scratches Possibly 1988 - 1994

"Scratches" is a black and white photograph by Jim Goldberg, taken sometime between 1988 and 1994. It depicts a close-up of a young person's profile, with their hair pulled back in a ponytail and their head shaved on one side. The subject's skin is marked with numerous scratches, hinting at a story of hardship or conflict. Goldberg's work often explores themes of social issues and the marginalized, using photography as a way to document and give voice to individuals' experiences.