Clapotis Wave, New Zealand
Arwen Dyer
A clapotis wave occurs when water traveling from a water source on the shore, in this case from a rivulet, hits a non-breaking wave form. The striking clapotic forms are in patterns of nodes and antinodes, rather than the usual horizontal wave structure. This photo was taken on the West Coast of the South Island in New Zealand after the sun had set; the beautiful golden sky contrasting with the Tasman ocean, as the gulls swoop for their fill…
BEAKER STREET SCIENCE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE
This photograph was a finalist in Beaker Street’s annual Science Photography Prize. This highly-respected prize invites all Tasmanians to showcase the wonders of our extraordinary part of the world — which is teeming with science and scientists. Finalist images are displayed at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery during Beaker Street Festival each August, with great prizes on offer for Judges’ and People’s Choice winners.
The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize would not be possible without the support of Full Gamut, Tasmania’s premier fine art printers and long-time sponsor of this competition. Many thanks also go to Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, which donates a generous prize for the People’s Choice winner.
