Buddhist Grave Markers and Rainbow, Maui, Hawaii c. 1956 - 1981

Ansel Adams's "Buddhist Grave Markers and Rainbow, Maui, Hawaii," a striking black and white photograph, captures the serenity and spiritual essence of a cemetery in Maui, Hawaii. The image features a series of weathered, inscribed grave markers arranged in a formal configuration. A rainbow arches over the scene, adding a celestial touch and highlighting the contrast between the earthly and the divine. Taken between 1956 and 1981, the photograph showcases Adams's signature sharp detail and masterful use of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and tranquility.