Capitol Reef, Utah 1962

"Capitol Reef, Utah" is a black and white photograph by Minor White, a prominent figure in the development of 20th-century photography. Created in 1962, the image showcases White's mastery of abstract photography, focusing on the texture and form of a subject rather than its representational qualities. The photograph's composition, dominated by sinuous lines and contrasting shades of gray, suggests the natural contours of a landscape, but its true subject remains ambiguous, inviting the viewer to interpret the abstract forms and shapes. This work exemplifies White's exploration of the formal elements of photography and his interest in the subjective experience of visual perception.