Outdoor Dining, Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah Possibly 1992 - 1995

Richard Misrach's "Outdoor Dining, Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah" (1992-1995) is a striking example of his large-format color photography. The image captures a stark landscape, a vast white expanse punctuated by a lone stand of red tables and chairs, offering a poignant commentary on the vastness of the American West. The image's muted palette and minimalist composition, typical of Misrach's work, create a sense of isolation and stillness. The small orange traffic cone in the foreground adds an unexpected element of color, while the distant mountain range serves as a reminder of the landscape's grandeur.