William LaRue, Capitol Reef, Utah 1961

"William LaRue, Capitol Reef, Utah" is a 1961 black and white photograph by Minor White, a renowned American photographer known for his exploration of symbolism and abstraction in the medium. This portrait captures a young man with a serious expression, his face partially obscured by shadows. The image's composition emphasizes the subject's eyes, which are framed by a dark, textured background. The man's clothing and facial hair add to the sense of quiet contemplation, making this photograph a powerful example of White's signature style, which often focused on intimate portraits and explorations of human emotion.