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by Laura Jo Amaral (Author), Stacie Huckeba (Photographer), Carlene Carter (Foreword by)
Madison: Portraits of Our Neighbors, a photography book and living historical document of a unique Tennessee community, is the result of an artistic partnership between internationally recognized photographer Stacie Huckeba and Madison, Tennessee, community volunteer Laura Jo Amaral. This book captures the heart of the people who contribute to the Madison community as it is today, through portraits of a range of its citizens--a world-class bass player, a nonagenarian cattle farmer, a TikTok celebrity, a singer-songwriter, a mariachi band, the personal photographer for Johnny Cash, a beloved gymnastics coach, model airplane enthusiasts, educators, a fashion designer, a puppet enthusiast, a pastor and outreach worker, and an array of artists, small business owners, farmers, and local legends. Beyond a collection of portraits, it is a testament to an enduring urban community, a celebration of the shared human experience, and a reminder to see our neighbors in their best light. Madison: Portraits of Our Neighbors invites readers to celebrate the tapestry of humanity that weaves through this distinctive neighborhood.
This book is the recipient of the 2026 Norman L. and Roselea J. Goldberg Prize from Vanderbilt University Press for the best book in the area of art or medicine.Author Biography
Stacie Huckeba is an award-winning, internationally recognized photographer, writer, public speaker and filmmaker. She most recently served as the director of photography for Dolly Parton's bestseller Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones. Her photographs have graced the cover of Marie Claire, as well as the pages of Rolling Stone, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and others.
Laura Jo Amaral is a Madison, Tennessee, resident passionate about building community. A lover of books and supporter of original art, she founded Lucky Jo Publishing to create beautiful art and photography books. She lives in Neelys Bend with her husband and two daughters.
