Pipeline 13

Pipeline 13Pipeline big waves from an aerial perspective Banzai Pipeline, also known simply as Pipeline, is a world famous surf break located on the north shore of Oahu, Hawaii. It is widely considered to be one of the most challenging waves in the world, and attracts experienced surfers from around the globe who are seeking to ride its powerful and hollow waves. The Pipeline is formed by a shallow reef that causes the incoming ocean swells to break in a unique

Dunes from above - an interplay of light and shadow

The color indicates the salinity of the ponds

Banzai Pipeline

Underwater sand ripples are patterns or formations created on the sea ground by the movement of water currents

Most of these waterscapes only exist for a short time as they are very dependent on natural forces like wind

from bright blue to deep red

the size of the sediment particles

and the nature of the water flow

Due to variable algal concentrations

Since I started photographing from an aerial perspective I have a passion for documenting the vast oceans and it’s ever changing patterns

The waves at Pipeline are notorious for their size and power

are created in the evaporation ponds