Nick Hlobeczy 1975

This 1975 photograph titled "Nick Hlobeczy" by Mike Mandel is a black and white portrait of an individual, likely Nick Hlobeczy. The individual is shown wearing a baseball cap with the letter "P" on it, suggesting a connection to a sports team. The image's simple composition and straightforward presentation are characteristic of conceptual photography, which often uses everyday subjects to explore ideas and concepts. Mandel's work frequently examines the nature of representation and the way images are used to construct meaning. The photograph has a documentary feel and could be interpreted as an exploration of identity and the way we are presented to the world.