Document
Metadata
Date
August 29, 2026
Title
Exterior Profile of Bell Tower and Sanctuary Wall, Mary, Mother of Priests Chapel
Photographer
Damien Spencer
Creation Date
August 29, 2025
Collection Source
Photograher
Description
An expansive view of the Mary, Mother of Priests Chapel, showcasing the relationship between the soaring bell tower and the main sanctuary building. The architecture illustrates a clean, minimalist Mid-Century Modern style set against the rugged backdrop of the Jemez Mountains.
The image features:
* The Bell Tower: A tall, white stucco campanile rising from a fieldstone base, featuring vertical decorative screens and a circular pillared belfry at the top.
* Sanctuary Exterior: The side profile of the main chapel building, characterized by smooth white walls, projecting wooden vigas (roof beams), and a narrow vertical stained-glass window containing symbolic liturgical imagery.
* Landscaping: A row of neatly manicured green shrubs lines the foreground, providing a vibrant contrast to the neutral tones of the architecture.
* Geographic Context: The scrub-covered mesas and limestone cliffs of Jemez Springs are visible in the center background, framed by a bright sky with wispy cloud formations.
Rights
All Rights Reserved
Contributor
Damien Spencer

