🎵 Just like iced coffee in the morning. Enjoying some LiT caramel apple iced latte handcrafted by Sophie at BBAC - Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's Community Cafe. Going forward we will be open Friday through Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #coffee
He is risen. Happy Easter from the Blonde Jesus of Bombay Beach. Some people here give me this nickname.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #easter #imperialvalley
Caramel apple iced latte handcrafted by Sophie at Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's Community Cafe. This coffee is LiT.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #coffee #coffeeshops #imperialvalley
The full moon rises over a toppled art installation and the Salton Sea in Bombay Beach.
#imperialvalley #bombaybeach #saltonsea #moon #fullmoon
Imperial Valley data center developer throws hissy fit on his way out the door.
#ProudBlue #ImperialValley #EatTheRich
Imperial Valley residents let a data center developer know that he wasn’t welcome after he refused to listen to comments.
Power to the people! ✊🏻🔥
#ProudBlue #ImperialValley #EatTheRich
This black-and-white photograph captures a desolate scene featuring three metal mailboxes. The central mailbox, which is the most prominent and closest to the camera, stands upright with its lid open, revealing an empty interior where one might expect letters or packages. To its left, another mailbox lies on its side, suggesting neglect or disuse, while further back, a third mailbox appears in better condition but also without any visible contents. The mailboxes are mounted on concrete blocks that seem to be precariously placed atop a dirt ground strewn with dry grass and debris, indicating arid conditions. The setting is devoid of human presence and lacks signs of active maintenance or habitation. In the background, skeletal trees rise against an expansive sky, adding to the desolation. The image's composition focuses on these mailboxes as central elements amidst the barren landscape, invoking a sense of abandonment and loneliness. This could be indicative of rural areas with sparse populations where such services are less frequently used due to distance from more populated centers or economic factors leading to reduced postal service usage in remote locations. Please note that this description is based solely on visible contents within the image provided and does not include any speculative or interpretive information beyond what can be directly observed.
Mail boxes and irrigation gates. Imperial Valley, California
#ImperialValley #California #third #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017769752/
Bombay Beach Biennale 2026. Some more brand new art installations here in Bombay Beach.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #bombaybeachbiennale #imperialvalley
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Sittin' on the dock of Bombay. The LiT Landing on the Salton Sea in Bombay Beach. My art installation for the Bombay Beach Biennale 2026.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #bombaybeachbiennale #dock
In #MARCH 1937
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#FarmSecurityAdministration photographer #DorotheaLange (1895-1965):
‘Waiting for the semi-monthly relief checks at #Calipatria, #ImperialValley, #California. Typical story: fifteen years ago they owned farms in Oklahoma. Lost them through foreclosure when ➡️
Typical East El Centro home, (Mexican field laborer) El Centro, Imperial Valley, Calif. 1936
#EastElCentro #Mexican #ElCentro #ImperialValley #Calif #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
Sittin' on the dock of Bombay. Just chillin' on the LiT Landing here in Bombay Beach. Temperatures finally cooled down as soon as the sun went below the mountains. Nice evening here on the Salton Sea.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley
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"I'LL BBAC" Modeling Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's newest T-shirt. They're available for sale here at the Community Cafe at 2159 2nd St.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #tshirt #coffeeshop
Thrilled to be in El Centro for a #StoptheHateCA community empowerment workshop led by #ImperialValley Social Justice Committee -- @sdicaclu.bsky.social, CA Civil Rights Dept & elected officials led community conversations on civil rights issues including immigration enforcement & workers’ rights.
Enjoying some LiT iced coffee at Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's Community Cafe. We're open Wednesday thru Sunday 8:00 - 2:00. Chocolate covered strawberries flavor.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #coffeeshop #coffee
Enjoying some LiT iced coffee at Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's Community Cafe. We're open Wednesday thru Sunday 8:00 - 2:00.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #coffeeshop #coffee
March 4 is the birthday of #NotreDame football coach #KnuteRockne who we #quote and back with a picture of a #sunset at #SaltonSea in the #ImperialValley of #California. If there’s something in this #quotograph that speaks to you, please feel free to share it with others.
The most LiT coffee is right here at Bombay Beach Arts and Culture Center's Community Cafe.
#bombaybeach #saltonsea #imperialvalley #coffee #coffeeshops
Interested in learning about #ImperialValley nonprofits organizing at the intersection of environmental, labor, and immigrant justice as the region’s role in lithium extraction grows?
Join Irvine, The LIFT Fund, and Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees on Feb. 24: bit.ly/4aN9F6G
A black and white photograph shows two men lying on a bed in what appears to be a tent or temporary shelter. The man on top is wearing dark trousers, gray jacket over blue sweater with his sleeves rolled up, brown boots, and he has a watch around his wrist. He seems relaxed while looking upwards towards the camera. The second person is underneath him partially covered by blankets but their face isn't clearly visible due to angle or positioning of body relative to the top man's position on them. Intriguingly, there are some text at the bottom right corner which says "Dorothea Lange" and another phrase that seems like a code. This indicates this image might be from Dorothea Lange’s work during FSA era capturing life of rural poor in America post depression.
Calipatria, Imperial Valley. Sick migratory worker from Colorado in Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #Colorado #second #DorotheaLange #DorotheaLange’s #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771483/
![This black and white photograph shows an aerial view of a large outdoor area with multiple rows of white tents set up in neat, organized patterns. The terrain appears to be dry dirt or sand with some sparse vegetation visible at certain points. There are several individuals scattered throughout the scene, engaged in various activities like walking or standing near their respective tent areas. Some people appear smaller than others due to perspective and distance from the viewpoint of the camera.
The sky is clear without any clouds, suggesting a sunny day. In the background, there's an open expanse with some distant structures that could be buildings or other infrastructure elements. The overall setting appears temporary in nature, indicative of a campsite meant for transitory stays such as during emergencies or seasonal labor purposes.
A historical context provided indicates this image depicts migrant labor workers' living conditions around Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California circa February 1939 under the Federal Security Administration (FSA), which was part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs aimed at providing relief and support during the Great Depression era in America.
This photograph captures a slice of history regarding migrant workers' living conditions during that period, highlighting both their resilience and the challenges they faced w [...]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ls2ap3pxsotp3pgwjf7o633l/bafkreieolbvjvolbqyfeltcnxjjxh4x3j3mhbmh3arxwr4bb6p7ltjj2cq)
This black and white photograph shows an aerial view of a large outdoor area with multiple rows of white tents set up in neat, organized patterns. The terrain appears to be dry dirt or sand with some sparse vegetation visible at certain points. There are several individuals scattered throughout the scene, engaged in various activities like walking or standing near their respective tent areas. Some people appear smaller than others due to perspective and distance from the viewpoint of the camera. The sky is clear without any clouds, suggesting a sunny day. In the background, there's an open expanse with some distant structures that could be buildings or other infrastructure elements. The overall setting appears temporary in nature, indicative of a campsite meant for transitory stays such as during emergencies or seasonal labor purposes. A historical context provided indicates this image depicts migrant labor workers' living conditions around Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California circa February 1939 under the Federal Security Administration (FSA), which was part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs aimed at providing relief and support during the Great Depression era in America. This photograph captures a slice of history regarding migrant workers' living conditions during that period, highlighting both their resilience and the challenges they faced w [...]
Calipatria, Imperial Valley. Feb. 1939. F.S.A. migratory labor camp (emergency)
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #FranklinDRoosevelts #theGreatDepression #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
The image displays a black and white aerial view of numerous temporary canvas tents spread across an open, barren field. These are likely part of a migratory labor camp during the period when such camps were necessary for agricultural work in California's Imperial Valley region, as suggested by the caption referencing Dorothea Lange. The layout is organized with multiple rows creating a systematic pattern within the vast landscape. Individuals can be seen walking among and between these tents, hinting at human activity despite no clear details on their identities or actions due to distance and quality of resolution in this photograph. A few vehicles are parked outside some tent clusters, suggesting transportation means for residents or camp operations personnel. The surrounding terrain is devoid of significant vegetation, indicating a dry climate typical of the Imperial Valley. The image captures an extensive expanse with minimal other structures beyond what appears to be utility poles towards one edge, emphasizing isolation and concentration on housing needs in this labor community setting.
Untitled photo, possibly related to: Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp. Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #DorotheaLange #theImperialValley #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771502/
The image shows a mobile trailer or camper-like structure. It is painted in two tones, with the lower half being dark grey and the upper part white. On the side of this structure, there's text indicating it belongs to the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the Farm Security Administration related to migratory labor camps for farm security administration. The camera angle shows only one end of the vehicle, which includes a curved surface with what appears to be an oval window or porthole shape and three additional circular windows aligned in horizontal rows on this curve. There's also some visible wear on the side where it meets the ground, suggesting regular use outdoors. The image is presented in black-and-white, typical of photographs from earlier periods before color photography became widespread. It appears to be a historical photo, possibly documenting aspects related to farm security administration and migratory labor camps during certain times when such services were critical for agricultural workforce management in regions like California's Imperial Valley. The photograph also has some markings or writing at the bottom edge which are not clearly legible but could potentially provide additional context if they contained further information about this specific image, its location, date of capture, etc.
Untitled photo, possibly related to: Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. Part of mobile camp unit, moving from harvest to harvest with workers (emergency)
#Calipatria #ImperialValley […]
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The image is a black and white photograph depicting an outdoor setting with barren ground, likely in Imperial Valley, California. A woman wearing a long-sleeve dress is seen leaning over a large wooden tub filled with water, presumably doing laundry or washing clothes by hand using her hands. The surroundings include scattered debris such as branches on the ground, suggesting a rural and perhaps semi-arid environment typical of migratory labor camps during certain periods in history. In the background to the left side of the photograph is an old-fashioned car, indicating that this photo may be from several decades ago when automobiles were less common. There are also tents or temporary structures visible further back on what appears to be a dirt field with sparse vegetation and trees. The overall atmosphere suggests hard labor conditions experienced by migrant workers in agricultural communities. The image captures the essence of manual laundry tasks performed under challenging circumstances, reflecting historical aspects of rural life for migratory laborers who often worked far from home and had limited access to modern amenities like indoor plumbing or washing machines.
Laundry facilities in migratory labor camp. Imperial Valley, California, near Calipatria
#ImperialValley #California #Calipatria #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017769858/
![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an outdoor scene with several individuals around what appears to be a makeshift setup or work station. In the foreground, there's a vintage automobile parked on uneven terrain, likely dirt or sand. Several people are gathered near various items such as barrels, cans, and possibly tools or equipment that suggest they may be engaged in manual labor. The middle ground shows an open field leading towards some modest structures in the distance, with utility poles running parallel to one edge of the frame.
The sky is clear without any visible clouds, indicating fair weather conditions at the time of capture. There are no immediate signs of vegetation or greenery close by, hinting that this setting could be a temporary campsite for workers rather than a permanent settlement. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of rural labor and perhaps hardship.
The photo is labeled with text "Id 1(13)-E" in the bottom left corner, which may indicate it's part of an archive or collection cataloged by identifier numbers. This particular image captures moments from the lives of migratory field workers across roads near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California during a period where these communities were under observation and documented as part of larger projects on rural labor conditions.
Given historical context, this scene could be linked [...]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ls2ap3pxsotp3pgwjf7o633l/bafkreidlotfafhwir5smeb3yuxnczxthfcfrk6n762cvpl5jkqeiudt7f4)
The image is a black and white photograph depicting an outdoor scene with several individuals around what appears to be a makeshift setup or work station. In the foreground, there's a vintage automobile parked on uneven terrain, likely dirt or sand. Several people are gathered near various items such as barrels, cans, and possibly tools or equipment that suggest they may be engaged in manual labor. The middle ground shows an open field leading towards some modest structures in the distance, with utility poles running parallel to one edge of the frame. The sky is clear without any visible clouds, indicating fair weather conditions at the time of capture. There are no immediate signs of vegetation or greenery close by, hinting that this setting could be a temporary campsite for workers rather than a permanent settlement. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of rural labor and perhaps hardship. The photo is labeled with text "Id 1(13)-E" in the bottom left corner, which may indicate it's part of an archive or collection cataloged by identifier numbers. This particular image captures moments from the lives of migratory field workers across roads near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California during a period where these communities were under observation and documented as part of larger projects on rural labor conditions. Given historical context, this scene could be linked [...]
Housing of migratory field workers (Mexican) across road from Farm Security Administration camp (FSA). Near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
#Mexican #NearCalipatria #ImperialValley #California #Calipatria #theUnitedStates #post-WorldWarII […]
[Original post on mastodon.ozioso.online]
The image shows an aerial view of a rural landscape with several temporary structures. In the foreground, there's a fenced-off area containing what appears to be farming equipment or machinery lined up in rows on dirt ground. The fencing is sparse and made from posts connected by horizontal wires. In the middle distance, numerous white tents are clustered together, suggesting some form of campsite. This could indicate an agricultural labor site where workers reside temporarily during harvest seasons. A few scattered vehicles can be seen among or near these tent structures, possibly work trucks used for transporting crops to and from fields. The background reveals a vast expanse of farmland with no visible signs of buildings apart from those in the campsite area. The terrain is flat with minimal vegetation, typical of agricultural land that's not cultivated at this time but could be used later during planting season or as pastureland. Overall, it appears to depict an example of migratory labor camps where seasonal workers reside and work on large-scale farming operations such as citrus harvesting in California’s Imperial Valley.
Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp (emergency). Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771503/
The image depicts a vast field housing numerous white tents arranged in rows. These appear to be part of a temporary camp, possibly for displaced persons or workers. The scene is bustling with activity as individuals navigate through the area among various vehicles and equipment parked beside the camps. A few people are seen walking alone while others engage in tasks like setting up poles on an uneven ground that might suggest ongoing construction work. In the background, there's a clear expanse of rural landscape extending into the horizon under a bright sky. This black-and-white photograph conveys a sense of movement and human endeavor within this makeshift settlement against a backdrop of arid land typical of Imperial Valley in California during migratory labor camps era captured by Dorothea Lange for Farm Security Administration (FSA).
Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp. Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771499/
![The image depicts a large outdoor military-style camp with numerous tents arranged in rows across an open field. It is presented as black and white, which suggests that the photograph was taken during earlier times when color photography wasn't prevalent or it's edited to give a vintage feel. The area appears sparsely populated with several people scattered around; some are walking while others sit on benches or near structures.
In the foreground of this image stands an enclosed trailer marked "OFFICE," indicating that perhaps administrative work is conducted from here within the campsite, which could be part of various types of military encampments such as those used for training exercises. The ground looks dry and cracked in some places with tire tracks crisscrossing it.
The landscape surrounding the field appears to be arid or desert-like, given its flatness and lack of vegetation. In one corner is a flagpole that seems partially disassembled or collapsed on itself. There's an overarching theme here suggesting organization amidst perhaps austere conditions as people are seen engaging in casual activities like playing games.
Additional information about this image can be found through the reference to Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. This suggests that such camps were a part of rural America's history d [...]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ls2ap3pxsotp3pgwjf7o633l/bafkreiadeljy6noklybv2nvkya5yppjd4f5rgtrznurpz7w2tymrjsyf6i)
The image depicts a large outdoor military-style camp with numerous tents arranged in rows across an open field. It is presented as black and white, which suggests that the photograph was taken during earlier times when color photography wasn't prevalent or it's edited to give a vintage feel. The area appears sparsely populated with several people scattered around; some are walking while others sit on benches or near structures. In the foreground of this image stands an enclosed trailer marked "OFFICE," indicating that perhaps administrative work is conducted from here within the campsite, which could be part of various types of military encampments such as those used for training exercises. The ground looks dry and cracked in some places with tire tracks crisscrossing it. The landscape surrounding the field appears to be arid or desert-like, given its flatness and lack of vegetation. In one corner is a flagpole that seems partially disassembled or collapsed on itself. There's an overarching theme here suggesting organization amidst perhaps austere conditions as people are seen engaging in casual activities like playing games. Additional information about this image can be found through the reference to Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. This suggests that such camps were a part of rural America's history d [...]
Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp. Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #America #DorotheaLange #American #WorldWarII #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771498/
The image depicts a vintage trailer parked on an open, possibly arid landscape. The trailer is elongated and has a rounded shape with multiple circular windows along its side. It appears to be made of metal or steel, given the reflective surfaces seen in the photograph. On one end, there's text that reads "U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE", followed by several lines indicating it belongs to an administration related to farm security and labor camps within California during a time when mobile units were used for harvest-related activities or emergencies involving migrant workers. The trailer is equipped with wheels at the rear, suggesting its mobility. In the background, there's another structure partially visible on the left side of the image. The sky appears clear in this black-and-white photo.
Farm Security Administration (FSA) migratory labor camp, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. Part of mobile camp unit, moving from harvest to harvest with workers (emergency)
#Calipatria #ImperialValley #California #undefined #photography […]
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