Two Boys Looking Out a Window on a Rainy Day 1967

"Two Boys Looking Out a Window on a Rainy Day" is a 1967 black and white photograph by Gordon Parks, renowned for his powerful social commentary. The image captures two young boys silhouetted against a rain-streaked window, their faces obscured, gazing out at the rainy cityscape. The minimalist composition emphasizes the somber mood and sense of isolation, reflecting the social realities of poverty and hardship in urban America. The photograph's stark contrasts and dramatic use of light and shadow further enhance its evocative impact, inviting viewers to contemplate the unseen lives and experiences of the two boys.