Sharon Stewart

American, born 1955

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The image depicts a woman and a baby. The woman is seated and holding the baby on her lap. They are both visible from the waist up. The woman has her hair covered with a bandana and has a neutral expression. The baby has a closely shaved head and a curious look with a slight smile. The woman wears a patterned shirt, and the baby is dressed in a romper with a frilled collar. A glass of liquid is on the table next to them. The background shows a window with a view outside, likely a field or open space.
Sharon Stewart, Lailey Sczepanik and Daughter, Katja, 1989, gelatin silver print, Gift of the UBS Art Collection, 2023.30.137

Lailey Sczepanik and Daughter, Katja

Sharon Stewart · 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.30.137
The image shows a person from the waist up, facing the camera straight on. He has a broad forehead, receding hairline, short dark hair, a neutral expression with slightly raised eyebrows, a small smile, and a smooth complexion. The person is wearing a black clergy outfit with a white collar. In the background, there are several trees and a tall white cross. Other structures that resemble grave markers are present, suggesting a churchyard or similar area. The background is filled with trees, indicating a likely rural or semi-rural location.
Sharon Stewart, Father Frank Kurzaj, Pastor, Immaculate Conception Church, 1989, gelatin silver print, Gift of the UBS Art Collection, 2023.30.139

Father Frank Kurzaj, Pastor, Immaculate Conception Church

Sharon Stewart · 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.30.139
The image shows an industrial site with various structures in the distance. In the foreground, there are old, rusty barrels scattered across a flat area leading towards a body of water. Beyond the barrels is a large, relatively still pond reflecting the sky. The color palette is limited to muted shades of gray, emphasizing the desolate, industrial environment.
Sharon Stewart, Chevron’s 160 Acre Uranium Mill Tailings Pond, 1988, gelatin silver print, Gift of the UBS Art Collection, 2023.30.138

Chevron’s 160 Acre Uranium Mill Tailings Pond

Sharon Stewart · 1988 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.30.138