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Ansel Adams, Aspens, Northern New Mexico, Horizontal Aspens, 1958. Ansel Adams, Aspens, Northern New Mexico, Horizontal Aspens, 1958.

Make the Time: Ansel Adams at the Wittliff Collections

Photographs by the American master photographer Ansel Adams currently are on view at the Wittliff Collections at Texas State University. These iconic images are from the outstanding collection of Lynn and Tom Meredith. Adams is best known for his majestic … Continue reading

Ansel Adams, Monolith, The Face of Half Dome, Yosemite National Park, California c. 1927, gelatin silver photograph, 8” x 6”, Photo by Cea, Flickr, Creative Commons Attribution License.

Ansel Adams: Predetermining the Photographic Image

Ansel Adams’ remarkably clear and detailed photographs of the majestic American landscape are immediately recognizable to most people.  Part of their power derives from their precision, which contributes to the awe-inspiring character and beauty of his work.  The precision also … Continue reading