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Richard and Alice Thall

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The image shows a view from slightly below eye level, looking at a large open expanse of land, possibly a construction or excavation site. The horizon is placed in the upper third of the image with earth-moving machinery, such as tractors or excavators, silhouetted against the sky. The scene lacks structures or vegetation, displaying the raw, uneven textures of the earth, with visible tracks and tire marks. The image has a monochromatic color palette of black and white, emphasizing contrasts and textures in the terrain. The overall impression is of a desolate but actively modified landscape, with the land's contours and creases prominent in the composition.
Joe Deal, Cleared Hillside, Diamond Bar, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.8

Cleared Hillside, Diamond Bar, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.8

The image depicts a landscape with scattered plants and dry grasses, irrigation pipes, a person gardening, a young tree with stakes, houses on a hill, and a hazy sky in the background. The black and white palette emphasizes textures and forms.
Joe Deal, Landscaping, Anaheim Hills, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.6

Landscaping, Anaheim Hills, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.6

The image shows a landscape with barren shrubs and rolling hills in the distance, all captured in black and white.
Joe Deal, Corona, California, 1982, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.5

Corona, California

Joe Deal · 1982 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.5

The image shows a low-angle view of a textured terrain with tire tracks running from the foreground into the distance. The horizon line is high in the frame, with no visible background beyond it. The contrast between the dark earth and pale sky highlights the tracks' linear patterns. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing shades of black, white, and gray, enhancing the geometric simplicity of the image.
Joe Deal, Sanitary Landfill, Corona, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.3

Sanitary Landfill, Corona, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.3

The image is taken from an elevated point showing a cluster of row houses. A mountain range marks the horizon, with a line of trees visible. The photo is monochrome with varying shades of black, gray, and white. Rocky terrain leads up to the houses, and an open expanse extends towards the horizon. Shadows are cast by the structures, and some cars are parked on a sandy or dirt road.
Joe Deal, View, Cedar City, Utah, 1977, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.1

View, Cedar City, Utah

Joe Deal · 1977 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.1

This is an image of a suburban house with a driveway and two cars. The scene shows a single-story house with a driveway leading to an open garage. A vehicle with the brand Toyota on its rear is parked in the garage. The driveway appears wet. In the foreground, a light-colored sedan is parked on the street. Two garbage cans are neatly placed on the sidewalk near the curb. The house is surrounded by a well-kept lawn with potted plants near the entrance. It has a traditional suburban architectural style with horizontal siding and a brick chimney. The background shows clear skies and rolling hills. There are no signs of recent human activity beyond the wet driveway.
Joe Deal, Watering, Phillips Ranch, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.4

Watering, Phillips Ranch, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.4

The image shows a house with a large shingled roof, two dormer windows, and three skylights. The horizon is low, with hills in the distance. An open garage contains two cars, and a person is gardening by the driveway. The individual is pushing a wheelbarrow and smoothing soil with a rake. The house has brick walls, large windows with curtains. The image is in black and white, with emphasis on textures. Subtle shading highlights the house and dry landscape. A playground with swings is visible in the distance.
Joe Deal, Landscaping, Phillips Ranch, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.3

Landscaping, Phillips Ranch, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.3

The image shows a construction site with layers of earthworks. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, looking across the site. The horizon is at the top of the image, separating the land from the cloudy sky. Structures, including buildings under construction, are visible. The scene is monochromatic with blacks, whites, and grays. The terrain has sharp cuts creating terraces. In the distance, there are cut earth mounds leading up to the horizon where more structures can be seen.
Joe Deal, Cut and Fill, Diamond Bar, California, 1984, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.23

Cut and Fill, Diamond Bar, California

Joe Deal · 1984 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.23

The image depicts an outdoor recreational area from an elevated point of view. The horizon is in the upper third of the image, partly concealed by rows of trees, with hills in the background. A fenced-off basketball court with a white hoop appears in the foreground, surrounded by grassy areas and a couple of small buildings with tiled roofs. Beyond these structures, more trees line the back of the scene. The image is in grayscale, emphasizing textures and casting soft shadows across the scene.
Joe Deal, View, Corona, California, 1978, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2018.139.5

View, Corona, California

Joe Deal · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.139.5

This is a photograph of a two-story house with a backyard area. The image shows a house with a shingled roof and several windows, some with closed blinds and others with curtains. Below the windows is a paved patio area, partially occupied by two bicycles, a tricycle, a barbecue grill, a small round table, and a few scattered outdoor toys. The patio leads to a largely barren dirt backyard enclosed by a low fence. There are a few plants and stepping stones along the edge of the yard, and a garden hose is loosely coiled on the ground. In the foreground, the yard slopes gently, and the dry earth is marked with patches of grass and sparse vegetation. The setting has an exposed, unfinished feel.
Joe Deal, Back Yard, Diamond Bar, California, 1980, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Alice Thall, 2017.163.17

Back Yard, Diamond Bar, California

Joe Deal · 1980 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.163.17