Hampden Neighborhood, Baltimore, Maryland c. 1972 - 1976

"Hampden Neighborhood, Baltimore, Maryland" is a black and white photograph created by Joan Cassis in the 1970s. Cassis, a well-known photographer for her documentation of Baltimore's urban life, captures the raw reality of a child's existence in a run-down kitchen. The young girl's melancholic expression and the cluttered environment of the room provide a glimpse into the realities of life in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by many. Cassis's photograph, a testament to her ability to capture the human condition through the lens, is a striking example of documentary photography.