St. Gabriel, Louisiana 14 - 2000

"St. Gabriel, Louisiana" (14-2000) is a photograph by Deborah Luster. It is part of her series "A History of the Future," which explores the experiences of African Americans in the American South. The image portrays a woman wearing a white chef's uniform against a dark background. The subject's gaze and the details of the garment emphasize the dignity and resilience of the individual and the community. Luster's use of tintype and the subtle graininess of the print evoke the historical significance of the subject matter.