Wooden Church Possibly 1936 - 1938

Walker Evans's "Wooden Church" is a striking example of his documentary style photography, capturing the simple beauty of a rural Southern church. Taken sometime between 1936 and 1938, the photograph showcases a weathered wooden structure, its worn paint peeling away to reveal the underlying wood. The stark composition emphasizes the church's simple form, a testament to the resilience of faith in a challenging environment. Evans's keen eye for detail brings the church to life, highlighting the texture of the wood and the shadows that play across its surface. This photograph, part of the Farm Security Administration project, offers a glimpse into the everyday life of rural America during the Great Depression.