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John Divola

American, born 1949

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The image shows an abandoned house centrally positioned in the composition. The house appears to be dilapidated, with broken windows and missing roofing tiles. The ground leading to the house is covered with patchy dry grass and tufts. The horizon is high in the image, with a line of distant trees and shrubs, and a mostly clear sky with a few streaky clouds. The photograph is in black and white, capturing textures using a range of grays. The environment conveys a sense of openness and desolation.
Mark Ruwedel, Apple Valley, 2007, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2015.128.2

Apple Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2007 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.128.2

The image displays an eye-level view of an abandoned house in a desolate, arid landscape. The horizon is low, with sparse desert vegetation spread out across a flat expanse. A wooden utility pole is visible to the left. The central focus is on the neglected structure that shows signs of wear and damage. The sky is overcast, casting a muted light. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of gray. The photo is sharply focused, emphasizing the texture of the weathered timber and dry ground around the house.
Mark Ruwedel, Wonder Valley, 2008, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2015.128.3

Wonder Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2008 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.128.3

The image shows a small, dilapidated structure made of cinder blocks with a wooden roof in an expansive, flat landscape. The structure is deteriorated with walls riddled with holes and a partially collapsed roof. Sparse vegetation and distant mountains are visible along the horizon, providing depth to the arid landscape. The ground nearby is dry and cracked with scrubby plants. The color palette is grayscale, emphasizing the contrast between the weathered structure and the empty landscape.
Mark Ruwedel, Antelope Valley, 2008, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2015.128.4

Antelope Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2008 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.128.4

The image shows a narrow pass between two tall rocky cliffs with a flat terrain and a lone tree visible at the top of the pass. The scene features detailed textures and shadows on the rocks, and is rendered in a grayscale color palette of black, white, and greys. The lighting emphasizes the contrast between the dark shadowed areas of the rocks and the bright sky beyond.
Mark Ruwedel, North Yakima and Valley, 2001, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2016.50.11

North Yakima and Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2001 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.50.11

The image shows a frontal view of a single-story building. The horizon is positioned above the roofline of the building, with distant mountains in the background. The building has a flat roof, two doorways, one window, signs of wear on the exterior, an antenna on the left and a small barbeque grill on the right. The style is photographic, with a monochromatic palette of soft grays. The landscape beyond the building is barren and rocky, with scattered shrubbery.
Mark Ruwedel, Wonder Valley, 2006, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2015.128.5

Wonder Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2006 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.128.5

The image shows a narrow passage between two tall rock formations. The horizon is visible in the distance where the gap between the rocks narrows and allows a view of the sky. There is no distinct boundary between the land and the sky, as the rocky surfaces blend into the clear sky. The rocks have a mix of sharp edges and loose stones, with shadows accentuating their ruggedness. Sparse vegetation, including patches of grass and low shrubs, is scattered around the rocks. The grayscale palette creates a stark and rugged atmosphere, emphasizing the harshness of the landscape.
Mark Ruwedel, Central Pacific, 1994, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2016.50.1

Central Pacific

Mark Ruwedel · 1994 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.50.1

The image shows a rough, dirt pathway stretching into the distance. Towards the upper third of the photo, faint silhouettes of distant hills or mountains are visible against the pale sky. Rocky cliffs rise up on either side of the path, with deep shadows carved by sunlight. Sparse vegetation clings to the rocky edges. The rocks have detailed textures, contrasting with the smooth sky. The image is in black and white, highlighting shades of grey. The limited color palette emphasizes the stark natural beauty of the scene, drawing focus to the textures and forms in the landscape.
Mark Ruwedel, California Eastern, 1998, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2016.50.5

California Eastern

Mark Ruwedel · 1998 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.50.5

The image depicts an abandoned structure in a barren desert landscape. The building is partially dilapidated, with missing sections of the roof and walls. The background shows a mountain range in the distance. The overall color scheme is monochromatic, with black, white, and grey tones dominating. The composition is minimalistic, emphasizing light contrast and linear elements. Desert vegetation surrounds the building, and an old metal frame is on the sandy ground nearby.
Mark Ruwedel, Wonder Valley, 2008, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2015.128.7

Wonder Valley

Mark Ruwedel · 2008 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.128.7

The image shows a low angle view looking up between two tall rock formations forming a narrow passage. The horizon is high in the frame against a clear sky with some distant trees and a mountain peak visible. The photo is in black and white, highlighting the textures of the rocks and the sparse vegetation. The lighting is strong, creating shadows and highlighting details on the rocks. The rocks have rough textures, with some plants adding variation. In the distance, the path is faintly lit, leading towards peaks and the vertical edges of the rock formations.
Mark Ruwedel, Colorado Midland, 1996, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2016.50.7

Colorado Midland

Mark Ruwedel · 1996 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.50.7

The image shows a natural landscape with rocky terrain, possibly a gorge or valley. The horizon is low, with the ground sloping up to the center, framed by rocky cliffs. The sky is open and slightly textured. The foreground has rough ground with rocks and sparse vegetation. Surrounding the scene are jagged rock walls with shrubs and bushes. The black-and-white image has a high contrast between the sky and the rocks. The image is sharply focused on the natural elements.
Mark Ruwedel, Virginia and Truckee, 1996, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Divola, 2016.50.4

Virginia and Truckee

Mark Ruwedel · 1996 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.50.4