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Photographer Louis Draper

Photographer Louis Draper

Photographer Louis Draper

Chiefly known as as a New York photographer, Louis Draper was first a Richmonder. His sister, Nell Draper Winston, talks about her brother’s ability to capture the character of everyday people.

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Culture/Region:
America
Subject Area:
African American, Visual Arts
Activity Type:
Video

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