Corral 1935

"Corral" (1935) by Edward Weston, a master of American photography, captures a scene of rural life. This stark black and white photograph showcases Weston's signature style, emphasizing form, texture, and light. The composition centers around a gnarled tree, its branches reaching towards the weathered wooden barn. A cow, resting in the foreground, adds a touch of life to the scene, creating a balanced and evocative image that speaks to the natural world. Weston's use of sharp focus and contrasting light and shadow contribute to the photograph's striking realism, highlighting the textures of the wood, the bark of the tree, and the cow's hide.