A young football player shows his prized possession, a newly issued passport, on the morning of his departure from home and country. Poised, he was hopeful for the adventure.

Barely arrived and landed in the children's grove. Curiosity regarding the medium format camera was disarming and real.

Announcements are made at the military parade, while students march past officers for review.

Bamako: just as I was leaving to cross the street he drove in and dismounted, a stylish yet serious leader to the middle school boys he was joining.

Women of the town on the lane, gently laughing, before I disturbed them.

Teacher at the end of the school day.