Polo Beach
Examining a scene in greater detail and second image of Matthew Klein Photography.
Limited Edition (Only 10 in existence): Each photo includes a numbered plague with strong double-sided tape that can be adhered to nearly any surface. A Matthew Klein Photography plaque is also included. These credentials ensure each piece is one of a kind. Only ten pieces will be created and distributed.
Details: A 16x24 sized photo printed on e-surface paper, with an additional 2” white mat, non-glare glass, a wire for hanging, and a black flat frame. The e-surface photo paper boasts accurate color, realistic saturation, excellent neutral flesh reproduction, and great intensity. The gallery quality piece can also be wall mounted with strong command strips (not included).
Images are printed and framed in a professional lab within the United States. All orders are carefully inspected by Matthew Klein before being shipped to the final recipient. Note that free shipping for this oversized item is included with every purchase.
EXPERIENCE THE STORY:
I take many photographs when I visit somewhere new. It’s not uncommon to do, especially in this day and age when it’s easier than ever to take a photograph.
It was my first day on the island of Maui and I glanced out my hotel window, only to realize the sun was setting faster than I anticipated. I immediately grabbed my camera bag, tripod, and rushed down to the beach to capture what was left of a sunset.
Normally, I like to scout out a location ahead of time and be all set up in advance of a sunset. I had visited this beach a few years prior, so I remembered its general layout.
To my surprise, the beach was empty, resulting in endless composition options. I tried a few options and realized the sun was setting quickly. I wanted to capture a great photograph of this location at sunset, so I needed to move fast.
I wasn’t sure how much time I had left before the sun disappeared, but it felt like every second counted. Instead of setting up my camera right away, I began searching for a composition that encompassed all the elements of the scene.
After a few minutes, I knew I found it. The never-ending sunset reflecting off the ocean. The silhouette of the palm trees standing still in the wind, just for a moment. The beach was ever so lightly glowing, resulting in a harsh contrast from molten rock above. And blue skies that fade into a wondrous mountain, yet to be discovered.
When I finally identified a framing I liked, I clicked the shutter and captured the photo I was hoping for.
The photo was beautiful, capturing the tranquility and diversity of the landscape.
To me, the image is a representation of Hawaii - in one photograph.
When reflecting on the image I had captured, I realized that while it may be easy to take a photograph in this day and age, the best photographs are those that are captured with care, understanding and a deeper examination of the scene.
I could have taken many photographs from numerous angles, all revealing elements in different positions. However, I likely would have missed this moment in time.
The composition that was most obvious all along; A wide angle photograph at just the right time, from just the right location.
A reminder to not overlook the obvious.