Nida Deal, Sis Heaton, Ruth Dunbar and Nina Platt, Camp Trip, 1913
Lora as Collector
Serving as the region’s main source for photofinishing services from 1906 – 1935, Lora Webb Nichols had access to many of the other photographs being captured throughout the region.
Lora purchased negatives from these amateur photographers that captivated her attention, because of their humor, dramatic scenery or historical significance.
Additionally, Lora served as archivist for the other photographers in her family, including her eldest son Bert and mother Sylvia. Lora as Collector contains a selection from her collection, providing insight into the visual sensitivity and personality of the prolific record keeper.