A detailed exterior view of the entrance to a residential unit on the Servants of the Paraclete campus. This perspective highlights the practical architectural details of the campus housing, which blends mid-century utility with Southwestern vernacular elements. The image features: * Porch Construction: A small, dark-stained wooden porch with aContinue Reading
An interior view of a compact bathroom within one of the smaller apartment units on the Servants of the Paraclete campus. The space is characteristic of the original mid-century campus construction, featuring a 10×10 living area and an adjoining private bath. The image features: * Original Period Tile: The wallsContinue Reading
A high-angle interior photograph documenting the Mary, Mother of Priests Chapel during its decommissioning phase. This image serves as a vital historical record of the sanctuary’s final appearance prior to the demolition of the facility. The image features: * Decommissioning Process: The sanctuary is shown in a state of activeContinue Reading
A high-detail macro photograph documenting a section of yellow “dalle de verre” (faceted glass) within the chapel. This image captures the physical characteristics of the sacred art shortly before the building’s demolition, preserving the tactile memory of the sanctuary’s lighting elements. The image features: * Glass Artistry: A close-up ofContinue Reading
A macro-scale photograph capturing a single segment of vibrant blue “dalle de verre” (faceted glass) from the chapel sanctuary. This detailed record highlights the specialized craftsmanship of the chapel’s windows, documented shortly before the building’s demolition. The image features: * Faceting Technique: The surface of the glass slab displays distinctiveContinue Reading
A detailed macro photograph focusing on two segments of clear, colorless “dalle de verre” (faceted glass) embedded within the chapel’s structure. This perspective highlights the texture and transparency of the hand-cast glass slabs used in the sanctuary’s unique windows. The image features: * Glass Artistry: A close-up of two irregularlyContinue Reading
A macro photograph showcasing two contrasting segments of blue “dalle de verre” (faceted glass) from the chapel sanctuary. This image captures the interplay of color and light created by the varied thickness and faceting of the glass slabs. The image features: * Color Variation: Two distinct shades of blue glassContinue Reading
A full-length interior perspective from the balcony looking down the nave toward the altar. The image captures the chapel in a transitional state, showcasing the architectural symmetry and the play of light within the sanctuary after the removal of the pews. The image features: * Nave and Altar: The long,Continue Reading
A low-angle close-up focusing on one of the custom pendant light fixtures that illuminated the chapel nave. The design is a hallmark of the sanctuary’s Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, balancing industrial materials with liturgical solemnity. The image features: * Geometric Design: The fixture consists of a central frosted white cylindrical diffuserContinue Reading
A close-up photograph of a polished dark green marble plaque with white veining, featuring an engraved inscription. The plaque was originally installed at the Servants of the Paraclete campus in Jemez Springs and serves as a historical record of the chapel’s dedication and the religious orders present at the time.Continue Reading