The Reel Foto: Dorothea Lange: Inspiration in Depression
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![The image depicts a black and white scene of three children, two boys sitting on the ground and one girl standing near them. They appear to be in an outdoor setting with a tree providing shade over them. The background shows various objects including a makeshift stove or furnace attached to a structure, what looks like pots or containers on top of it, and some branches scattered around.
The children are dressed in casual clothing that seems worn out, suggesting they may come from humble backgrounds. Their expressions convey feelings such as sadness, contemplation, or resilience, possibly reflecting the hardships of their lives during the era depicted.
In this image, Dorothea Lange captures a poignant moment, likely aiming to portray the daily struggles and innocence lost in difficult times. The photograph is part of her extensive body of work documenting American society during the Great Depression.
Dorothea Lange was known for using photography as a tool for social reform, often focusing on issues such as poverty, homelessness, racism, urban migration, war refugees, and various other subjects that highlight societal injustices. Her work has left an indelible mark in photographic history, particularly with her coverage of the Dust Bowl crisis during this period.
The image is credited to Shorpy, a platform known for sharing historical photographs from around the world (shorpy.com). The specific photograph's origin can [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/113/609/694/876/746/327/original/5f702c6ac09a6943.jpeg "The image depicts a black and white scene of three children, two boys sitting on the ground and one girl standing near them. They appear to be in an outdoor setting with a tree providing shade over them. The background shows various objects including a makeshift stove or furnace attached to a structure, what looks like pots or containers on top of it, and some branches scattered around.
The children are dressed in casual clothing that seems worn out, suggesting they may come from humble backgrounds. Their expressions convey feelings such as sadness, contemplation, or resilience, possibly reflecting the hardships of their lives during the era depicted.
In this image, Dorothea Lange captures a poignant moment, likely aiming to portray the daily struggles and innocence lost in difficult times. The photograph is part of her extensive body of work documenting American society during the Great Depression.
Dorothea Lange was known for using photography as a tool for social reform, often focusing on issues such as poverty, homelessness, racism, urban migration, war refugees, and various other subjects that highlight societal injustices. Her work has left an indelible mark in photographic history, particularly with her coverage of the Dust Bowl crisis during this period.
The image is credited to Shorpy, a platform known for sharing historical photographs from around the world (shorpy.com). The specific photograph's origin can [...]")
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