Henry Lotz at the Midway City Dairy Association Cooperative, near Santa Ana, California  1937

"Henry Lotz at the Midway City Dairy Association Cooperative, near Santa Ana, California" is a black and white photograph taken by Dorothea Lange in 1937. The image captures a portrait of Henry Lotz, a dairy farmer, shielding his eyes from the sun. Lange is known for her documentary photography that focused on the struggles of everyday Americans, particularly during the Great Depression. This photograph, part of the Farm Security Administration project, exemplifies Lange's empathetic approach, highlighting the harsh realities faced by agricultural workers. The candid pose and the stark contrast of light and shadow contribute to the image's powerful realism.