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Photographic Print : Oly-Beach Volleyball Erosion 1
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Oly-Beach Volleyball Erosion 1
A Bondi surf lifesaver runs along the shoreline in front of the controversial Olympic beach volleyball stadium construction site near Sydney 01 June 2000. Due to heavy seas and high tides, access along the waters edge may be restricted or denied to beach strollers as a safety precaution. Work is already behind schedule on the 10, 000-seat temporary stadium because of complaints of sewerage leaking into the site. (ELECTRONIC IMAGE) AFP PHOTO/Greg WOOD
/ AFP PHOTO / GREG WOOD
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the thrill of the Olympics like never before with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints. This stunning image captures the intensity of the moment as a dedicated Bondi surf lifesaver navigates the shoreline in front of the controversial Olympic beach volleyball stadium construction site, as seen through the lens of renowned Agence France-Presse (AFP) photographer GREG WOOD on 01 June 2000. Bring the energy of the games into your home or office with this captivating, high-quality print. Order now and relive the excitement of the Olympics year after year.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.7cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we witness the clash between nature's power and human ambition. Against a backdrop of crashing waves and eroding sand, a determined Bondi surf lifesaver races along the shoreline in front of the controversial Olympic beach volleyball stadium construction site near Sydney. The date is June 1st, 2000. As heavy seas and high tides threaten to restrict access along the water's edge, safety becomes paramount. Beach strollers may find their path denied as authorities take precautions against potential dangers lurking beneath the surface. This temporary inconvenience serves as a reminder that even grand endeavors must yield to Mother Nature's whims. The image also sheds light on another setback faced by this ambitious project - work delays caused by complaints of sewerage leaking into the site. These challenges highlight not only logistical hurdles but also public concerns surrounding environmental impact. Photographer Greg Wood skillfully captures this momentous scene, showcasing both man-made structures and natural forces at odds with each other. It serves as a poignant symbol of our constant struggle for progress amidst an ever-changing world. This photograph from Agence France-Presse (AFP) invites us to reflect on our relationship with nature and consider how we can harmonize our ambitions with environmental preservation during large-scale projects such as these Olympic games – where competition meets conservation on Australia's iconic shores.
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