28 Вђ“ 2020 - Just Girls Вђ“ Vol

For years, the "American Frontier" was a myth dominated by men—cowboys, outlaws, and explorers. Kurland’s work reclaimed this territory. She traveled across the United States, staging scenes with adolescent girls she met along the way, imagining them as a "standing army of teenaged runaways".

The 2020 publication was more than just a reprint. It included 76 images—many previously unpublished—and an essay by Kurland herself. Just Girls – Vol 28 – 2020

The series blurs the line between documentary and fantasy, creating a "utopic pastoral" where female community and sisterhood are the primary forces. For years, the "American Frontier" was a myth

This blog post highlights the 2020 release of a significant collection in contemporary photography and publishing. The 2020 publication was more than just a reprint

In May 2020, Aperture released a definitive new edition of one of the most influential photography series of the last few decades: . Though the images themselves were captured between 1997 and 2002, this 2020 monograph brought the complete series together, offering a powerful look at girlhood, rebellion, and the American landscape. A New Frontier for Girlhood