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Punalu’u by Chad Larsen
Captured just after sunrise at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii, this image highlights the dramatic interplay between rugged lava formations and vibrant moss. While the beach is renowned for the sea turtles that frequent its shores, the photographer utilized a morning without turtle sightings to explore the unique textures of the volcanic landscape. The technical precision of the long exposure, combined with the stark contrast of the black sand against the natural elements, creates a compelling, award-worthy study of Hawaii's raw, geological beauty.
Olympus E-500 | Exposure 1/8sec @ f/22 | ISO 200 | Focal Length 14mm
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Based in Calgary, Alberta, Chad Larsen is a versatile Canadian artist with a deep background in fine arts, painting, and graphic design. A graduate of Medicine Hat College with a degree in Applied Visual Communications, he has held significant creative roles at the Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery and Hockey Canada. Currently serving as a Creative Manager and Director, Larsen channels his multidisciplinary expertise into his photography, where he captures the intricate textures and natural wonders of the world through a refined, artistic lens.
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This is a fabulous shot; so full of texture and light; just beautiful!
This really is an incredible image. The tones and detail in it are great. Nice work!
Fabulous photograph, Chad!
WOW! This is a beautiful picture!!! I love the contrast of color and texture that is so vivid.