Moses Wloski, Born 1921, Wolkowisk, White Russia 1994

Jeffrey Wolin’s 1994 photograph, “Moses Wloski, Born 1921, Wolkowisk, White Russia”, is a powerful portrait of a Holocaust survivor. The image captures Wloski, seated and looking introspective, his body language suggesting both resilience and vulnerability. Wolin’s choice to overlay the image with handwritten text, a narrative of Wloski's experiences, adds a layer of depth and authenticity to the photograph. The text chronicles his survival during the Holocaust, highlighting his resilience and the horrors he endured. The photograph and text together create a poignant and unforgettable testament to the human spirit.