The Red Purse
A Story of Grief and Desire
Jacque Rupp, text by Elinor Carucci, afterword by Ann Jastrab, Jason Langer
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The Red Purse is about love, loss, and rebuilding. Shortly after the death of her husband, Rupp bought a red purse, which became deeply personal to the artists. The red purse allowed freedom in an otherwise dark and uncertain time as a young widow.
Contributor Bio
Jacque Ruppis a documentary and fine art photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her work focuses on themes of personal strength and an irresolute desire for connection. Jacque received a Merit Award in the 2020 & 2021 All About Photo B&W competitions and was a 2022 Critical Mass finalist.
