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

Richard Misrach's "Untitled [New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, 2005]" is a poignant photograph depicting the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. The image shows a white garage door with red spray paint, bearing the inscription "9/30 SPCA 2 DOA K-9," a stark reminder of the devastation and loss experienced in the city. The photograph captures the raw, emotional impact of the disaster, serving as a powerful document of a tragic moment in American history. This work is a key example of Misrach's signature style of documentary photography, which often explores the intersection of human experience and the natural world.