Path To Gay Head 

Dan Graziano’s “Path to Gay Head” captures a lighthouse rising above a path through dune grass. The lighthouse, a beacon of steadfastness, traditionally symbolizes guidance, hope, and salvation. Yet, this image resonates deeper when we consider its symbolic journey through time. Think of the Tower of Babel, a structure built to reach the divine, or the minarets of Islamic architecture, each a vertical marker of faith. The lighthouse echoes these ancient forms, similarly representing a reaching towards the heavens, a yearning for clarity, and a connection to something greater. This primal urge to ascend is ingrained in our collective memory, evoking a sense of aspiration, a reaching beyond our earthly confines. This deep, subconscious desire is visually stimulated here, drawing us to a landmark whose symbolic weight is far greater than its physical stature. We're not merely looking at a lighthouse; we are witnessing the cyclical resurgence of a timeless symbol, re-emerging in a modern, coastal form.