Carnival Worker with Attitude after 1957

Frank Paulin's "Carnival Worker with Attitude" is a black and white photograph taken after 1957, capturing the stoic presence of a carnival worker amidst the dismantling of a fairground ride. The worker, a man in his late twenties, leans back in the seat of the ride, casually smoking a cigarette and gazing off into the distance. Paulin's photograph is a powerful example of street photography, with its focus on the individual amidst the chaos of urban life and the fading remnants of entertainment. The composition is expertly balanced, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure through the stark contrast of light and shadow.