Louis Carlos Bernal: Monografía

Dimensions

10.9 in x 8.9 in x 1 in

Weight

2.85 lb

Released

11-Jun-24

ISBN

9781597115575

Published by

Aperture

Louis Carlos Bernal: Monografía

Explore the profound world of barrio communities through the lens of Louis Carlos Bernal in Louis Carlos Bernal: Monografía.

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.

This first major scholarly account of Bernal’s life and work, authored by esteemed historian Elizabeth Ferrer, is an essential addition to any photography collection.

Dive into a vision of everyday life as a state of grace with Louis Carlos Bernal: Monografía, the ultimate tribute to an influential photographic artist.