23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
The Weight of Wonder
A young boy pauses at the Anambra border crossing, clutching a battered cardboard house. His shirt reads "WONDER," creating a poignant contrast with his weary expression. In a place of transit and security checks, he stands as a silent testament to the resilience of childhood, carrying his art through the heat and dust in hopes of a sale.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 04.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Anambra, Nigeria |
| Camera: | NIKON D3500 |
| Copyright: | © Adeboye Malumi |