Countertop with Premium Crackers and Pills–and Can Opener c. 1976

Joanne Leonard’s black and white photograph "Countertop with Premium Crackers and Pills–and Can Opener" (c. 1976) captures the mundane and seemingly insignificant objects found in a typical American kitchen. The photograph presents a still life composition featuring a countertop with a variety of items including a can opener, a box of crackers, several pill bottles and a plastic bag containing unknown objects. The everyday nature of these items is highlighted by the artist's use of a straightforward, documentary-style approach that focuses on the detail and texture of the objects, giving viewers a glimpse into the everyday life of a middle-class American family.