Missouri Plateau 2005

"Missouri Plateau" (2005) is a black and white photograph by American photographer Joe Deal (1947-2010). Known for his landscape photographs, Deal captures the vastness of the Missouri Plateau, a region known for its rolling hills and expansive grasslands. The photograph's minimalist composition, with a horizon line dividing the sky and land, emphasizes the sense of space and the vastness of the natural world. The gray tones and muted details contribute to the overall feeling of serenity and solitude in the photograph. The photograph's simple composition and serene atmosphere invites viewers to contemplate the beauty and power of nature.