Eyes of Opium
© Micah Garen
A poppy farmer in Marja, from Marja’s Hearts and Minds, a photo essay published as a web exclusive for Vanity Fair. Micah Garen traveled to the southern Afghan city of Marja, site of a major offensive this past February, with a Wisner 4×5 field camera to photograph the diverse cast of characters—soldiers, elders, farmers, even robots—whose actions will decide the mission’s outcome. To learn more about his documentary,Pashtunistan, and see more of Micah’s work click here.
Tags: Afghanistan, Marja, Micah Garen
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August 19th, 2010 at 1:10 pm EEDT
Must be one of the best portraits I’ve ever seen. As though you’re peering into his soul and feeling his burdens.
August 19th, 2010 at 1:23 pm EEDT
beautiful eyes…
August 19th, 2010 at 1:54 pm EEDT
another picuture that makes you think about the full story…well done
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