Evening, Los Angeles 1987

Larry Sultan’s “Evening, Los Angeles” (1987) is a color photograph that captures the quiet intimacy of a suburban home in Southern California. The composition is centered on a man, silhouetted against the light of his living room, who appears to be observing something outside the window. The soft, muted tones and careful framing create a sense of privacy and introspection, typical of Sultan’s work, which often explores the complexities of domestic life and the search for meaning in the American landscape. The image's subtle details, such as the ladder, the garden, and the soft light, contribute to a sense of mystery and invite the viewer to consider the hidden narratives of this ordinary scene.