St. Gabriel, Louisiana 1998 - 2002

"St. Gabriel, Louisiana" is a black and white photograph taken by Deborah Luster in 1998-2002, part of her series "A Southern Family." The image depicts a close-up portrait of a young Black woman, capturing her direct gaze and subtle smile. Luster's work often focuses on the lives of Black people in the American South, exploring themes of identity, family, and social history through intimate and evocative portraits. The scratches and imperfections on the print contribute to the image's historical feel, reminiscent of early photographic techniques.