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The image shows a person in a seated position with their body visible from the waist up. They are sitting with one leg crossed over the other, and their hands are placed on their knee. The individual has short hair covered by a patterned headscarf, tied at the front. They are wearing a light-colored, long-sleeved shirt over a t-shirt, and denim jeans. On one of their fingers, they wear a ring. In the background, there is a plain, dark surface that contrasts with the lighter tones of their clothing. The portrait has rounded corners on the photograph.
Deborah Luster, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, March 30, 2000, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.100

St. Gabriel, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · March 30, 2000 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.100

The image shows a man looking directly at the camera. He has a broad nose, full lips, and short hair. He is wearing a light-colored t-shirt with the neckline stretched over his right shoulder, revealing a bit of his upper chest. He is wearing two necklaces, one of which has a cross pendant. The background is plain and dark.
Deborah Luster, Transylvania, Louisiana, 1998-2002, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.159

Transylvania, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · 1998-2002 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.159

The image displays an upper-body portrait of a person facing forward. The person is standing upright with a serious or neutral expression, showcasing tattoos on their upper arms and chest. The tattoos include various symbols and letters: the letter 'K' on the right arm, a winged design on the chest, and the letters 'R J' on the left arm. The background is dark and plain.
Deborah Luster, R J, Transylvania, Louisiana, 1998, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.200

R J, Transylvania, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · 1998 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.200

The image shows a person standing in a relaxed posture. They have short, curly hair, and are dressed in loose-fitting clothing with a monogram 'IW' on the pants. Their head is slightly tilted, with a calm expression on their face. The background is plain and dark, making the person the focal point. The image has an aged, sepia-toned effect with visible wear and tear and rounded corners.
Deborah Luster, Angie Wells, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, May 28, 1999, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.54

Angie Wells, St. Gabriel, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · May 28, 1999 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.54

The image shows a man's upper body, centered on his head and shoulders. He is facing forward with a slight tilt of his head to the right. His facial features include a furrowed brow, deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and a goatee. He has short hair. He wears a light-colored t-shirt. The background is dark, textured, and aged with scratches and marks.
Deborah Luster, Mitchell R. "Pope" Taylor, Transylvania, Louisiana, July 15, 2000, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.31

Mitchell R. "Pope" Taylor, Transylvania, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · July 15, 2000 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.31

The photograph shows a man seated and facing forward. He has a calm expression on his face with short hair and a goatee. He is wearing a light-colored button-up shirt over a T-shirt, and his hands are resting on his lap. A wooden plaque next to him displays an eagle and the word "LIBERTY." The background is plain and dark.
Deborah Luster, Angola, Louisiana, February 24, 1999, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.176

Angola, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · February 24, 1999 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.176

This is a photograph of a black textured surface. The surface exhibits a leathery texture with fine lines and folds throughout. Three elongated vertical marks are visible near the center right part of the surface. The lighting emphasizes the tactile quality, highlighting the variations and depth in the texture. The photograph captures the nuances of the material, focusing on its intricacies and monochrome palette.
Deborah Luster, Louisiana's Incarcerated Population, Department of Correction Numbers, for the day of January 1, 2000, 2000, bound volume, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.252

Louisiana's Incarcerated Population, Department of Correction Numbers, for the day of January 1, 2000

Deborah Luster · 2000 · bound volume ·  Accession ID  2014.177.252

The image shows a person seated from the waist up with hands resting on their lap. The individual has long, straight hair parted in the middle, distinct facial features, calm expression, and eyes looking at the camera. They wear a short-sleeved outfit resembling a scrub top with a chest pocket, and a tattoo on their left forearm. A chain necklace is around their neck. The background is plain and dark.
Deborah Luster, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, June 15, 2000, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.206

St. Gabriel, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · June 15, 2000 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.206

The image shows a small patchwork-patterned armchair with an arm resting on its backrest. The color palette includes shades of sepia with warm, brownish tones. The chair is positioned centrally towards the bottom left, and an arm extends from the right side, touching the top rear of the chair.
Deborah Luster, Teaching Model from Chair Factory, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, June 25, 1999, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.87

Teaching Model from Chair Factory, St. Gabriel, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · June 25, 1999 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.87

The image shows a person seated, facing slightly to one side. The person's upper body is visible, with a relaxed posture. They are wearing a chef's hat and a light-colored jacket with a pocket. The background is plain and dark.
Deborah Luster, Michelle Hill, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, April 30, 1999, gelatin silver print on aluminum, Gift of Julia J. Norrell, in Honor of Claude Simard and the 25th Anniversary of Photography at the National Gallery of Art, 2014.177.149

Michelle Hill, St. Gabriel, Louisiana

Deborah Luster · April 30, 1999 · gelatin silver print on aluminum ·  Accession ID  2014.177.149