Edith Keesee Shelton: Capturing Richmond’s Midcentury Soul Edith Keesee Shelton (1895-1989) emerged from the quiet Virginia countryside as an unassuming yet remarkably observant photographer, leaving behind a legacy of over 3,000 meticulously crafted 35mm color slides that offer invaluable glimpses into post–World War II Richmond. Unlike many artists of her era focused on grand narratives or formal experimentation, Shelton’s artistic vision centered on documenting the everyday realities of her community—a dedication that resulted in a uniquely intimate portrait of American suburban life duri…