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Richard and Alice Thall

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The image shows a black and white photograph of a grassy pathway lined with young trees. A well-manicured lawn is bordered by shrubs and plants, leading the eye towards suburban houses on an elevated embankment in the distance. A fence runs parallel to the houses, with a faint outline of a mountain range visible in the far background. The monochromatic palette emphasizes textures such as roof shingles, wooden siding, and grass blades.
Joe Deal, Property Line #1, Rancho Cucamonga, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.10

Property Line #1, Rancho Cucamonga, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.10

The image shows a black and white landscape with a grounded, eye-level point of view. Closest to us is a barren, dry expanse with small tufts of vegetation and thin, wiry plants emerging from the earth. Beyond this terrain are gently rolling hills making up the horizon line. The hills lack significant features except for occasional darker patches, suggesting clusters of trees or denser foliage. The scene is in grayscale, with a soft, uniform gray sky. The atmosphere is still, capturing the quiet, expansive nature of the landscape in a minimalist manner.
Joe Deal, Home Site #2, Phillips Ranch, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.21

Home Site #2, Phillips Ranch, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.21

The image features a construction site seen from a slightly elevated perspective between two stone walls. The horizon is visible in the upper part of the image, where the sky meets distant hills. The style is photographic, capturing details clearly. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of gray. Construction materials and a crane are visible in the foreground, with workers and machinery further back. Partially completed building structures are seen in the distance.
Joe Deal, Untitled, c. 1995, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.6

Untitled

Joe Deal · c. 1995 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.6

The image shows a suburban neighborhood with two houses separated by a central vertical element. On the left is a single-story house with a dark garage door and light stucco walls. A small leaning tree is situated near the driveway. On the right is another house with dark facades and a picture window. A trimmed hedge and tall tree separate the two properties. In the background, some taller trees are visible. The image is in black and white, emphasizing form, composition, light, and shadows.
Joe Deal, Property Line #2, Ranco Cucamonga, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.18

Property Line #2, Ranco Cucamonga, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.18

The image shows a frontal view of a single-story house with a window reflecting the photographer, and a parked van to the left. A large, textured mound of dirt rises behind the house, occupying much of the visual space. The scene is in grayscale, emphasizing contrasts between dark values of the van and shadows under the eaves, and lighter tones of the house and surrounding dirt. Piles of soil and construction debris suggest ongoing development or excavation. The composition features a straightforward, documentary style capturing natural elements and human environments.
Joe Deal, Model Home, Phillips Ranch, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.20

Model Home, Phillips Ranch, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.20

The image displays a black and white view featuring a large, round boulder covered in graffiti. Two individuals are seated on the boulder, with one leaning back and the other resting on their side and gazing towards the landscape. The horizon is not visible, but the boulder's top line and nearby foliage suggest an upward slope. The boulder is central in the image, standing out due to its size and graffiti. Surrounding vegetation and trees cast dappled shadows, with rocks and sparse plants on the ground adding texture. The grayscale adds contrast between the boulder and the dark foliage, emphasizing the graffiti and natural surroundings.
Joe Deal, Retreat, Upland, California, 1983, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.11

Retreat, Upland, California

Joe Deal · 1983 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.11

The image shows a suburban house with a gabled roof, a front lawn, and a driveway leading to an open garage. A person is sitting on a chair in the driveway next to a small inflatable pool with a child in it. The surrounding houses are similar in style, and wooden fences separate the properties. The photograph is in black and white, with no distinct color palette, emphasizing tones and contrasts. The horizon is not visible due to neighboring houses, but a mountain range can be seen in the distance. Grass and shrubs are neatly arranged near the sidewalk, with a garden hose across the driveway.
Joe Deal, Sunning, Country Village, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.22

Sunning, Country Village, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.22

The image shows a gently sloping hill covered with textured earth. The hill dominates the scene, leading the eye upwards. In the distance, sparse vegetation and grass mark the horizon. The terrain is rugged with parallel lines and ridges. The palette is monochromatic, emphasizing different shades of gray. A lone rock is visible in the landscape. The image focuses on the interplay between earth and sky.
Joe Deal, Surveyor's Mark, Diamond Bar, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.2

Surveyor's Mark, Diamond Bar, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.2

The photograph shows a beach scene with a paved path running parallel to the shore. Close to us, the pavement appears weathered and leads up to a low curb separating it from a sandy stretch. A child is playing on the sand nearby. In the background, there are groups of people enjoying the beach, with a surfboard on the left. The horizon is at the upper third of the image, dividing the sea and sky. Some people are swimming or relaxing in the shallow waters. The black and white palette accentuates contrast and texture, highlighting elements such as waves, sea, beachgoers, and water.
Joe Deal, Huntington Beach, California, 1978, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.15

Huntington Beach, California

Joe Deal · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.15

The image shows a row of beachside cabins with a vintage car parked parallel to them. The horizon separates the ocean and the shoreline where waves are washing onto the sand. The waves create a foamy contrast with the darker water beyond. The image has a grayscale color palette. The cabins and car exhibit architectural details like flat roofs, minimalist design, and small surrounding vegetation.
Joe Deal, Sunset Beach, California, 1978, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.4

Sunset Beach, California

Joe Deal · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.4