Semana Santa, Seville, Spain 1973

Black and white photograph of a Spanish religious procession known as Semana Santa which celebrates the holy week before Easter. Groups of figures stand on a dark street lined with tall, dark buildings baring small signs. They are dressed in white cloaks, masks, and pointed hats; some are carrying small staffs. Two of the figures face the camera with one kneeling behind the other and placing their hands on the front's shoulders. The rest of the figures have their backs turned and are formed into single file lines extending far down the street.

"Peter Menzel is a freelance photojournalist known for his coverage of international feature stories on science and the environment. His award-winning photographs have been published in GEO, Stern, Le Figaro, Der Spiegel, Paris Match, Focus, Muy Interesante, El Pais, National Geographic, Smithsonian, the New York Times Magazine, and Time. " (menzelphoto.com)