Photo Monument 8/9/12

 

 Photo Monument: A Grave Photo Essay

a set or series of photographs that are intended to tell a story or evoke a series of emotions.

By Gale Wall

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Babes of Bellefontaine

Stones depicting babies and children.

This cemetery has been on my "must see" list for many years. I was able to make a quick visit a few months ago. Several days are needed to see and appreciate this beautiful place. The grounds are stunning, as is the many monuments and mausoleums. And the office staff are the friendliest I have had the pleasure of meeting. They offer several self-guided tour brochures. 

Bellefontaine Cemetery

St. Louis, MO

http://bellefontainecemetery.org/

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Gale Wall

Hutchinson, KS

Digital Cemetery Walk

http://digitalcemeterywalk.blogspot.com/

Cemetery walks offer an afternoon of discovery.

Every stone has a story. And they are waiting to be told.