Portrait of Karen Jaster | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

Portrait of Karen Jaster

Portrait of Karen Jaster | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
Head and shoulders portrait of a young woman named Karen Jaster. She is wearing eyeglasses, and a broad brimmed hat with a beaded headband.
DESCRIPTION
Head and shoulders portrait of a young woman named Karen Jaster. She is wearing eyeglasses, and a broad brimmed hat with a beaded headband.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:119245
Creation Date: 1982
Creator Name:Jack Greene Photography
City:Madison
County:Dane
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:Jack Greene photographs, 1982
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:photographic print, b&w
Original Format Number:PH 6959
Original Dimensions:7.5 x 9.5 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Caption on the bottom of the frame reads: "A self described 'Jane of all trades,' Karen Jaster now makes her living as a house painter although she's been a zoo attendant, a waitress, you name it. 'I rescue stray animals in my spare time. I gave up on stray people because they rip you off. They steal everything that's not bolted down. I'm just a philosopher without a country.' Karen considers herself a part of Williamson Street after 8 years in the neighborhood. 'I worked at Dolly's for 5 years. I was protege of Mona's for awhile. Everyone knows Mona,' she says."
SUBJECTS
Clothing and dress
Eyeglasses
Hats
Outdoor photography
Portrait photography
Women

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