Louis Carlos Bernal: Monografía

Explore the profound world of barrio communities through the lens of Louis Carlos Bernal. This definitive book captures Bernal’s intimate portraits of Southwest United States communities, reflecting the rich tapestry of Catholicism, Indigenous beliefs, and popular practices tied to the land. Working in both black and white and color during the late 1970s and 1980s, Bernal’s photography affirms the value of individuals and communities often overlooked.

Through captivating images of home interiors and personal objects like framed family portraits, religious statues, and flower-adorned shrines, Bernal reveals a world imbued with cultural, spiritual, and personal meaning.