Chiapas, Mexico 1975

"Chiapas, Mexico" is a black and white photograph by Ed Grazda, taken in 1975. It depicts a group of four figures standing in a rural landscape. The image is composed of three women and two children, standing in a line. They are all looking at the camera with a stoic expression. The women are dressed in traditional clothing and appear to be of indigenous heritage. The composition highlights the simplicity of the landscape, a single wooden chair in the center foreground acting as a central point of focus, while the figures are standing behind it. The image evokes a sense of tranquility and isolation. Grazda was known for his evocative photographs of indigenous cultures. This photograph exemplifies his work, documenting the everyday lives of rural communities in Mexico.