a life of unapologetic expression george valentine dureau, an american artist from new orleans, louisiana (1930-2014), left an indelible mark on the art world with his unflinching portrayals of the human form. his charcoal sketches and black and white photography, focusing on poor white and black athletes, dwarfs, and amputees, are a testament to his unwavering dedication to capturing the raw essence of humanity. early life and education born on december 28, 1930, dureau graduated with a fine arts degree from lsu in 1952. his brief stint in architectural studies at tulane university and servi…