Untitled [New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, 2005] Possibly 2005 - 2010

Richard Misrach's "Untitled [New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, 2005]" is a photograph of a white SUV partially submerged in muddy water, likely a remnant of Hurricane Katrina which devastated New Orleans in 2005. The car’s windows are shattered, its exterior is covered in mud and graffiti, and a blue cooler lies abandoned in the background. Misrach’s photograph captures the devastating effects of the natural disaster and the lasting impact on the landscape and communities. The artist is known for his large-scale color photographs that explore the relationship between humans and the environment, often focusing on the aftermath of human intervention.