The photograph titled “ColorTown” by artist Max Waldman is part of a photo essay that captures scenes from a rural Black community. The image itself is in black and white and presents a slice of life from the location. It features a foreground with a prominent tree trunk on the left, behind which stands a man leaning comfortably and looking across the frame. In the midground, two individuals can be seen walking briskly past a wooden building adorned with various posters and signs, including a prominent “Tire Sale” advertisement. The backdrop of the scene includes some more foliage, including palm trees, indicating a warm, likely tropical location. The photo captures a sense of everyday life, motion, and local commerce in the community.