Guggenheim 578--Santa Cruz, California 1956

Robert Frank's "Guggenheim 578--Santa Cruz, California" (1956) is a contact sheet consisting of six strips of film. The sheet showcases a series of photographs captured on a roll of 35mm film, showcasing the everyday scenes of a hotel room in Santa Cruz, California. The image offers an intimate glimpse into a particular moment in time, capturing the details of the room, including a bed, furniture, and various objects, possibly showcasing the photographer's interest in documenting everyday life. This piece is an example of Frank's signature style, known for its candid approach to capturing the essence of American life in the 1950s. The composition presents the photographs in a raw and unedited format, highlighting the immediacy and authenticity of the moment.