LaToya Ruby Frazier (b. 1982) is an American artist and photographer from Braddock, Pennsylvania, who documents and critiques social and economic injustice. Using her own family and community as subjects, she creates powerful visual narratives that explore the effects of deindustrialization, environmental racism, and healthcare inequality. Her acclaimed series, The Notion of Family, is a photographic memoir that challenges mainstream media portrayals and gives a voice to marginalized communities. Frazier’s work is celebrated for its authenticity and has earned her numerous honors, including a MacArthur “Genius” Grant.
LaToya Ruby Frazier (b. 1982)
Grandma Ruby and Me in her Livingroom