Atlantic City, New Jersey 1978

This is a photograph of a couple by Nicholas Nixon, called Atlantic City, New Jersey, and it looks like it was made with an analogue camera. Nixon's process is so interesting. It's about capturing something so real, so ordinary, and yet so powerful. The way the light falls on the man’s face, the contrast of tones between their skin and clothing, is a study in grey scale. You can see every detail, every pore, but it’s not just about realism. It’s about intimacy. Look at how the woman is leaning into him, her face obscured, but the gesture speaks volumes. It feels like a moment snatched from life, a quiet moment amid the noise of Atlantic City. It reminds me of some of Robert Frank's work, with that same raw, unflinching gaze. But Nixon brings his own sensitivity to the image. This is a conversation about trust, connection, and the beauty of everyday life.