St. Gabriel, Louisiana 15 - 2000

"St. Gabriel, Louisiana" is a photograph by Deborah Luster taken between 1995 and 2000. Luster is known for her photographic series that examine themes of race, class, and the American South. This particular image features a portrait of an African-American woman wearing a straw hat, looking directly at the camera. The woman's calm expression and the presence of a frog on her shoulder add a touch of whimsy to the image. The image is part of Luster's ongoing project exploring the lives of people living in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. This evocative photographic portrait embodies the rich history of the American South and the nuanced stories of the people who call this place home.