Hawaii
Hawai’i – Olaf Heine’s Photographic Tribute
Where nature, culture, and surf collide. In this powerful coffee table book, renowned German photographer Olaf Heine presents a deeply personal and visually stunning portrait of Hawai’i, captured entirely in striking black-and-white photography.
Through years of travel, Heine reveals the islands as more than a paradise: a place shaped by the relentless Pacific Ocean, the sacred traditions of hula and surfing, and the tension between people and their natural environment. From the raw energy of the waves to the serenity of island rituals, Hawai’i portrays both vulnerability and strength.
Highlights include:
- Portraits of legendary surfer Laird Hamilton, musician Jack Johnson, and writer Kawai Strong Washburn
- 150 evocative black-and-white photographs blending landscape, culture, and portraiture
- Forewords by Pulitzer Prize-winner William Finnegan and Hawaiian author Kristiana Kahakauwila
- A visual and poetic journey into Hawai’i’s unique spirit and identity
More than a travel book, Hawai’i is a profound meditation on place, culture, and connection. A must-have for photography lovers, surf enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the soul of the Pacific.
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Format: 26.2 × 35 cm
Pages: 272
Languages: English & German
Release date: 15.03.2024
