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Flooded car park DP181271
Filename: DP181271.jpg
Size: 5487 x 3323 (11.2MB)
Date: 15th January 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive.James O
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Flooded car park DP181271
Oddas Chapel, Deerhurst, Gloucestershire. Car park to Oddas Chapel submerged by flooding. January 2016
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Media ID 15520266
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This print by James O. Davies captures a hauntingly beautiful scene of the flooded car park at Oddas Chapel in Deerhurst, Gloucestershire. Taken in January 2016, it serves as a poignant reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature. The image showcases the aftermath of heavy rainfall, with water completely submerging the car park and reflecting like a mirror on its surface. The reflection creates an ethereal quality that adds to the overall allure of the photograph. In this composition, Davies expertly balances light and shadow to emphasize both the tranquility and devastation brought about by flooding. The muted tones evoke a sense of melancholy while also highlighting details such as submerged vehicles and architectural elements peeking through the water's edge. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of human vulnerability but also our resilience in times of adversity. It prompts us to reflect on how communities come together during challenging moments like these, offering support and finding solace amidst chaos. Davies' skillful eye for capturing natural beauty within unexpected circumstances shines through in this remarkable photograph. Through his lens, he invites us to contemplate our relationship with nature and appreciate its ability to shape our surroundings in profound ways - even if momentarily disrupting our daily routines or causing inconvenience. Overall, this print from Historic England is an evocative testament to both man's insignificance against nature's forces and our capacity for finding beauty amidst destruction.
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