Muscle Boy by Leonard Freed, Harlem, New York City by Leonard Freed, Black-and-White Street Photography of African Americans Portraits a star from age 12

a star from age 12

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Muscle Boy by Leonard Freed, Harlem, New York City by Leonard Freed, Black-and-White Street Photography of African Americans Portraits a star from age 12Muscle Boy is an iconic image by Leonard Freed who was a pioneer in socially conscious photojournalism. In this photo a boy flexes his muscles for the camera perhaps making a statement about the strength a boy wishes to possess, especially a boy of color. The child is shirtless, beads of sweat collect on his face like a professional boxer who is in the ring to achieve victory. He is a role model for younger children as well as adults, sending the