Piers, 2006-2007
Piers explores the relationship of rigid geometrical form with the fluid and ever changing Pacific. In this series, pilings and pier superstructure become the nexus between land and sea, between ground and distant horizon, and figuratively between the here and now and the space and time horizons. The more successful photos in this series present nearly abstract, geometric views of piers as the “connectors” of land with sea. Camera position, perspective, shutter speed, depth and width of field, contrast, and the photograph’s timing during the day or night are used to capture an image that the beachcomber might miss in his/her stroll under the pier.
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Crystal Pier, Pacific Beach
Kids at Crystal Pier
Santa Monica Pier
Scripps Pier and Beach Walkers
Malibu Pier Detail
Ocean Beach Pier from Below
Scripps Pier
Under Oceanside Pier
Under Scripps Pier
Scripps Pier From Below 8.30 pm
Scripps Pier Vertical