"Too Sweet," Angola, Louisiana 18 - 1999

"Too Sweet," from Deborah Luster's series "Awaiting, Angola, 1995–1999," captures a tender moment with a nameless inmate in Angola Prison. Shot in a sepia tone, the portrait highlights the man's gentle features and the hope suggested in his soft smile. The intimacy of the photograph challenges viewers to consider the humanity of those incarcerated, prompting reflection on the complex realities of imprisonment and the enduring strength of the human spirit.