ERA March, Washington, DC (girl with painted face) 1979

Editor: This is Rosalind Solomon's photograph, "ERA March, Washington, DC (girl with painted face)." It's a black and white print, and the little girl at the center seems a bit lost. What do you see in this piece? Curator: The child, adorned in the colors of protest, embodies the vulnerability inherent in social movements. Note the stark contrast of her painted face against the anonymity of the adult figures – a visual symbol of the future at stake, a collective memory in the making. Editor: So, the child represents the future, carrying the weight of a movement? Curator: Precisely. This image captures the emotional and psychological weight of passing a legacy. It’s a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of visual symbols. Editor: I'll definitely think differently about protest photos now. Curator: Indeed, seeing beyond the surface unveils potent cultural narratives.