Guggenheim 692--Signs, Butte, Montana 1956

This contact sheet from Robert Frank's iconic "The Americans" (1956) series showcases his stark and candid portrayal of American life. "Guggenheim 692--Signs, Butte, Montana" presents a sequence of frames capturing a roadside view in Butte, Montana, emphasizing the ubiquity of advertising and its impact on the landscape. The contact sheet format, a common tool for photographers, provides a glimpse into Frank's creative process as he navigates his subject matter, capturing the visual chaos of commercialism and its inherent impact on the American identity.