View, Salt Lake City, Utah 1977

Joe Deal's 1977 black and white photograph, "View, Salt Lake City, Utah," showcases a suburban sprawl, focusing on a single home in the foreground. The composition emphasizes the distance between the viewer and the subject, suggesting a sense of isolation and detachment. This view exemplifies Deal's signature style of capturing the modern landscape, showcasing the architectural and environmental transformation of the American West. Deal's work often explores the relationship between humans and their built environment, and this photograph is a testament to the artist's keen observation and ability to convey a sense of both familiarity and alienation.