Mitla, Mexico 1972

"Mitla, Mexico" is a black and white photograph by Ed Grazda, taken in 1972. The image features a close-up of a stone wall adorned with intricate geometric patterns, characteristic of the Zapotec ruins in Mitla, Mexico. A woman, standing in front of a similar patterned wall, is partially obscured by the foreground, emphasizing the captivating visual harmony between the natural and the man-made. Grazda's work often focused on capturing the essence of indigenous cultures and their enduring artistic expressions. The photograph, measuring 19 × 28 cm, showcases the artist's eye for detail and his ability to transform the mundane into the extraordinary.