Cuzco, Peru 1974

Ed Grazda’s black and white photograph, ‘Cuzco, Peru,’ invites us into the intimate space of a vehicle in transit. Grazda, born in 1947, documented Latin America during periods of significant political and social change. His work often captures the everyday experiences of people navigating these complex environments. In this photograph, the hazy light filtering through the rain-streaked windows creates a dreamlike quality. The blurred landscape outside contrasts sharply with the interior's textures, highlighting the faces of the driver and passenger. These figures are silhouetted, their identities partially obscured, becoming universal symbols of travelers journeying through a landscape marked by its own history and culture. The photograph reminds us of the shared human experience of travel and the quiet moments of reflection that it allows. Grazda encourages us to consider our own place within the larger narratives of movement, identity, and cultural exchange.