Edinburgh. Greyfriars' Churchyard 1843 - 1847

"Edinburgh. Greyfriars' Churchyard" is a calotype photograph taken by the Scottish partnership of Hill and Adamson between 1843 and 1847. The image depicts a detailed architectural structure with ornate carvings, likely a tombstone or monument. A man in a top hat sits on a ledge, while another figure, obscured by the shadows, stands nearby. The composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow and showcases the photographic process' ability to capture detail and form. The calotype, a pioneering photographic process, allowed the artists to document the beauty of the Scottish landscape and its architecture, showcasing the potential of photography as an art form.