St. Gabriel, Louisiana 15 - 2000

"St. Gabriel, Louisiana" is a photograph by Deborah Luster, taken between 1995 and 2000. The image is a close-up portrait of a woman wearing a large straw hat, capturing her intense gaze and the subtle details of her face. Luster’s photographic series, "A Southern Family," examines the complexities of race, class, and family in the American South. This image is a powerful example of Luster's ability to capture the dignity and resilience of her subjects, who are often marginalized. The photograph's intimate and introspective nature invites viewers to consider the lives of those living in rural Louisiana.