Dave and Echo, Hollywood Alley 1989

This is "Dave and Echo, Hollywood Alley," a black and white photograph by Jim Goldberg. It's all about the push and pull of bodies in space, a real process of give and take. Look at the wall, the way it’s peeling and grimy, right up against that clean white jacket. It’s a total vibe, a stark contrast that hits you in the gut. The angle of the shot, leaning in, like you're right there with them, adds to the intensity. I think of Robert Frank, how he captured the grit and beauty of everyday life, and how Goldberg is doing something similar here, showing us the raw edges of human connection. It’s like a loaded question, leaving you to fill in the blanks and wonder about the story behind the image. And isn't that what art's all about?