Lorna Holder looking down from the top of the building in Ca
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Lorna Holder looking down from the top of the building in Ca
Lorna Holder looking down from the top of the building. A white man with camera is also by the barrier looking down on the road below. High rise building towards the back of the image. Cars and mini bus by the roundabout Date: 1978
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© The British Caribbean History Collection / Mary Evans
1978 Barrier Camera Holder Lorna Mini Rise Roundabout
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph from 1978, Lorna Holder gazes down from the top of a high-rise building in California, her expression a mix of awe and contemplation. The sun casts long shadows over the urban landscape below, where cars and mini buses navigate the roundabout. A white man in a suit, camera in hand, also looks down from the barrier, capturing the scene for posterity. Lorna Holder, a striking figure in a bright red dress, stands out against the monochrome backdrop. Her presence is a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city below. The image, taken in the late 1970s, is a snapshot of a moment in time, a fleeting instant in the history of this vibrant and diverse community. The high-rise building, with its modernist design and sleek lines, looms in the background, a symbol of progress and ambition. The roundabout, with its cars and buses, represents the constant motion and energy of the city. And yet, amidst all this activity, Lorna Holder stands still, taking in the view, lost in thought. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of observation and introspection. It invites us to pause and reflect on the world around us, to appreciate the beauty and complexity of our surroundings, and to consider our place within it. The image is a testament to the enduring allure of urban landscapes and the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of capturing moments in time. The photograph was taken in 1978, a time of social and political change, and yet, the image feels timeless, a snapshot of a moment that could have been taken at any point in history. It is a reminder that, despite the passage of time, there are some things that remain constant - the beauty of the natural world, the power of human connection, and the enduring allure of the urban landscape.
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