St. Gabriel, Louisiana 15 - 2000

"St. Gabriel, Louisiana" is a photograph by Deborah Luster, created between 1995 and 2000. The image depicts a woman seated, her face is partially obscured by a large straw hat. This photograph is part of Luster's ongoing series, "A Southern Family," which explores the lives and relationships of African Americans in the American South. The work often uses tintypes, a 19th-century photographic process that creates a unique, textured, and historical feel. Luster's work is known for its intimate and sensitive portrayal of her subjects, providing a glimpse into the lives of a community often overlooked.