In this atmospheric photograph from Koitz’s The Meat Rack Series, Brock rests on the ground near a small cliff within the woods of Fire Island. The surrounding forest, marked by the aftermath of fire, creates a secluded and contemplative setting where the figure appears immersed in the landscape. Brock’s position at the edge of the small rise gives the image a quiet sense of observation. Rather than confronting the camera, he appears to look outward into the woods, creating a moment of solitude and reflection. The rugged terrain and damaged trees add texture and depth, emphasizing the relationship between the body and the natural environment. Koitz’s photograph finds a poetic quality in the altered Fire Island landscape, exploring themes of queer identity, intimacy, nature, and resilience. The Meat Rack becomes both a physical setting and an evocative space of memory, where the human figure encounters a landscape shaped by fire, time, and renewal.