Dinner Time at Mr. Hercules Brown's Home, Somerville, Maine 1944

"Dinner Time at Mr. Hercules Brown's Home, Somerville, Maine" is a 1944 photograph by Gordon Parks, depicting a family enjoying a meal. The intimate black and white image captures a moment of normalcy in rural Maine, showcasing the simple pleasures of a shared meal. The composition, with the family gathered around a table laden with food, evokes feelings of warmth and togetherness. Parks' signature style is evident in the photograph's focus on everyday life, with a keen eye for detail and a sense of social awareness. The work, created during Parks' time as a photographer for the Farm Security Administration, offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of Americans during the World War II era.