White House around the Corner from Joanne’s House, West Oakland, California c. 1963 - 1971

"White House around the Corner from Joanne’s House, West Oakland, California" is a black and white photograph by Joanne Leonard depicting a typical suburban house in West Oakland, California. The image shows a woman standing in front of the house, with two children peeking out from behind a fence. The woman is looking down, while the children seem to be looking at the viewer. The image is a snapshot of everyday life in West Oakland during the 1960s, a period of great social and political change in the United States. Leonard was known for her photojournalistic approach to photography, and this image exemplifies her talent for capturing the everyday moments of Black life in her community.