Fish Gutting
A fisherman prepares his catch for a fresh display at the market.
Catch the Pig
Like a scene from Lord Of The Flies, a feral pig scavenges around a fishing bay on Guadalcanal’s eastern coast.
Distant Lands
The leaves of Mangrove trees frame an island in the distance. The warm humidity of the morning left a hazy glow over the sand.
Splendour
A wide angle shot of a tropical plant with spear-shaped leaves and a traditional Solomon dwelling.
Canopies
The fierce mid-day sun of the Pacific is blocked from reaching the forest floor by an elaborate labyrinth of hardwoods and vines.
The Green Blue Line
Mangrove trees crowd the sandbanks in an efforts to grow in that slim line between earth and sea.
Overhang
Sturdy branches serve as platforms for the growth of a tremendous number of epiphyte, fern, moss and fungal species. A living, biologically-purposeful curtain.
At the Ready
A small dugout canoe awaits its next voyage into the great expanse of the Pacific.
Epiphytes Galore
Plants grow from the branches of ancient trees, deriving their moisture and nutrients from the warm, humid air.
Men and Ropes
A group of fisherman prepare their boat for a day out at sea. Their aim would be the rim of a coastal reef, beyond which thrive their prized tuna and jack.
Hanging On
A young boy leaps onto a dangling sack that serves as a swing. The children living by the water’s edge seemed so at home on the beach.
Ofelu
A young boy squats on a sturdy branch, satisfied with his claim to a seat in this elaborate game of chase played out on a beach.
Makale
The shrieks and calls from children of all ages created a loud cacophony on the beach. A world of exploration and excitement lies before any child growing up in the Solomon Islands.
Battle for the Swing
Olefu and Makale fight one another off in their attempt to win their seat on the swing.
Coral Treasure
Olefu and Makale, evidently the best of friends on this beach in Guadalcanal, show off their prized coral trophies.
Beach Friends
Two boys laugh and pose for a photograph together. Blonde, curly hair is a characteristic feature in the Solomon Islands.
There It Is!
Three children, fresh out of the warm Pacific ocean, take a break from their game for a rare chance to have their photo taken together.
Heave!
Four boys help a fisherman launch his vessel into the swirling waters of the Pacific.
Gardens Beyond
The dazzling greenery of lush palm tree plantations and banana groves stretches out to the hilly centre of Guadalcanal.
The Superb Fruit Dove
A woman holds up a male fruit dove, a species native to Australasia, The Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and the Moluccas.
Paradise on the Pacific
Trees create a dense green block against a clear sky. The Solomon Islands are richly forested with an abundance of tropical species.
Pair of Beauties
Two plump fruit doves perch together, ruffling their feathers against one another to shelter themselves from the cool sea spray.
Iridescent Hairstyles
The male Superb Fruit Dove sports a cap of brilliant fuchsia. A fitting dress for these intoxicatingly beautiful islands.