Carlos Idun-Tawiah’s “Boys Will Always Be Boys” is a vibrant ode to the joy, intimacy, and complexity of boyhood friendships in Accra.

Through carefully staged yet deeply authentic scenes—like this evocative moment in a local barbershop—Idun-Tawiah reimagines his own childhood and the communal spirit that shaped it.

The series draws inspiration from family photo albums and the rich tradition of African portraiture, blending nostalgia with a fresh, contemporary gaze.

With each image, Idun-Tawiah challenges traditional narratives of masculinity, celebrating the tenderness, playfulness, and unspoken bonds that connect boys and men. Whether it’s a game on a dusty pitch, a quiet haircut, or a fleeting glance between friends, the series elevates the beauty of the everyday and the power of belonging.

Boys Will Always Be Boys is more than a collection of photographs—it’s a heartfelt requiem for lost friendships and a celebration of the simple moments that build community.

Idun-Tawiah invites us to see each other as family, to cherish the mundane, and to remember that life’s greatest joys are often found in the company of others.