12 Point Buck 1999

Justine Kurland’s 1999 photograph “12 Point Buck” is a powerful depiction of two young women carrying a dead deer through a wooded landscape. The image, characteristic of Kurland’s work, captures a raw and intimate moment, blurring the lines between documentary and staged photography. The composition, with its focus on the figures in the foreground against the backdrop of the forest, emphasizes the tension between human interaction and the natural world. Kurland’s photographs often explore themes of youth, identity, and the complexities of rural life, prompting viewers to engage with the ambiguous narratives they present.