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Dead trees on the beach at Hokitika
Filename: 385-1327.jpg
Size: 5101 x 4108 (6.6MB)
Date: 7th January 2000
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Jeremy Bright/Robert Harding
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
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Dead trees on the beach at Hokitika
Dead trees on the beach at Hokitika, a busy goldrush port in 1860s, where 42 vessels lost on treacherous beach, in Westland, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 1181785
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
Dead Drift Wood South Island Westland Hokitika
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the haunting beauty of dead trees scattered along the beach at Hokitika, a once bustling goldrush port in the 1860s. Located in Westland, South Island, New Zealand, this remote coastal area witnessed the unfortunate fate of 42 vessels lost on its treacherous shores. Jeremy Bright/Robert Harding's lens skillfully portrays the desolate yet mesmerizing landscape that stands as a testament to nature's power. The image showcases an enchanting blend of contemporary and historical elements. The gnarled branches and weathered trunks of these deceased trees stand starkly against the backdrop of a vast Pacific horizon. Their skeletal forms evoke both melancholy and awe, reminding us of life's transience amidst enduring natural forces. As we gaze upon this color image, we are transported to Hokitika's wild coastline – a travel destination where time seems suspended. The driftwood strewn across the sand adds texture and intrigue to this already captivating scene. It is as if each piece holds its own story from distant lands. Bright/Robert Harding masterfully captures not only the physicality but also the essence of this unique location. Through his lens, we are reminded that even in death there is beauty; even in decay there is resilience; and even on remote beaches far from civilization, nature continues to inspire with its raw magnificence.
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