In a tribute to the legacy of Ansel Adams, the U.S. Postal Service has introduced a series of Forever stamps showcasing 16 of the acclaimed photographer's works. The first-day-of-issue ceremony, held at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite National Park, was announced to be open and complimentary for all attendees.
The ceremony, scheduled for May 15, 2024, at 11 a.m. PDT, will feature remarks by Daniel Tangherlini, a member of the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors, alongside Matthew Adams, Ansel Adams' grandson. Additional speakers include Cicely Muldoon, Yosemite National Park's superintendent; Scott Gediman, the park's public affairs officer; Shelton Johnson, park ranger; and photographer Alan Ross. The event underscores Adams' enduring impact on photography and environmentalism, celebrated through the #AnselAdamsStamps hashtag.
Located at 9031 Village Drive in Yosemite National Park, the unveiling is set to highlight Adams' "straight photography" style—characterized by its clarity and straightforwardness. This new stamp pane reflects Adams' intimate relationship with the American West, featuring iconic landscapes from Yosemite National Park, the Sierra Nevada, and beyond.
The collection is meticulously arranged into four rows, showcasing majestic scenes from "Half Dome, Merced River, Winter, Yosemite National Park, California" to "Dunes, Oceano, California." These images not only represent Adams' artistic prowess but also his dedication to environmental advocacy.
Derry Noyes, an art director with USPS, utilized existing photographs to design the stamps, ensuring each piece authentically captures Adams' vision. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP via the Postal Service's dedicated website, usps.com/anseladamsstamps, to partake in this historical moment.
This release not only honors Ansel Adams as a pivotal figure in American art but also invites a broader audience to engage with his work through the everyday use of postage stamps. It marks a significant moment in celebrating the intersection of art, nature, and national heritage.
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