Hawaii Av Olaf Heine

<p>Hawai''i is a place of extremes, one of the most bio-diverse and pristine regions on earth. But it is also the land of hula and surfing. Over many years, the well-known German photographer Olaf Heine travelled and documented the wonderful world of Hawaii, creating an impressive photographic oeuvre in the process. Sometimes lively and energetic, sometimes melancholic and sensual, but always monochromatic, he succeeds in capturing the intoxicating attitude to life in connection with the decisive forces of this place.</p><p>The ocean is omnipresent and the secret architect of Hawaii. Hawaii is about the elemental as well as the spiritual significance of the sea. The lively, constantly changing, restless waves of the Pacific determine the rhythm of the eight islands of Hawaii and their inhabitants. They fuel life here and define the people - whether fishermen, surfers or tourists.</p><p>Heine describes the interaction between man and nature and the power and values that arise from it in

What began as a family vacation turned into a passion. Over many years, the renowned German filmmaker and photographer Olaf Heine travelled and documented the wonders of Hawaii, creating a photographic work that is unparalleled. With precise monochromatic compositions, he manages to capture the relaxed Hawaiian way of life in connection with the impressive elemental forces of this place, free from distractions, and immortalize them in his photos. Classic and timeless, focused on the essentials, the formal language takes precedence in his shots.Readers of this high-quality photo book get to see the vast ocean, magnificent waves, surfers, and the sun, and they wander through hidden magical places of this dreamy corner of the earth, some of which Olaf Heine was shown directly by the internationally renowned surfer king, Laird Hamilton. Otherwise, only the Hawaiians themselves get to see this intimate view of the island paradise. The photo book also contains unique shots of Anthony Kiedis, the lead singer of the famous band Red Hot Chili Peppers, whom Heine had the privilege to photograph in 2018 after one of his surf trips.The captivating photography book Hawaii portrays the wild beauty of the land, its people, dreamlike places, and Hawaiian culture in timelessly beautiful photographs. It invites not only surf enthusiasts but anyone who has ever wanted an unfiltered and direct insight into the unique landscape and way of life in one of the most beautiful spots on Earth. This beautiful book is tailor-made for them.Text in English and German.