Sunning, Country Village, California 1984

"Sunning, Country Village, California" is a 1984 black and white photograph by Joe Deal (1947-2010). The image depicts a suburban home in California, with a family enjoying the summer heat in a small inflatable pool in the driveway. Deal, known for his photographic documentation of everyday life, captured a snapshot of family life in suburban America. The composition, with its focus on the garage and driveway, suggests a sense of domesticity and leisure. The image is a prime example of Deal's ability to capture the quiet moments and ordinary scenes of everyday life.