vibrant fabrics drape over chalk cliffs highlighting rock erosion of coastal landscapes

Neal Grundy’s Safe from Harm Series Explores Coastal Erosion

Neal Grundy’s Safe from Harm photography series explores rock erosion of coastal landscapes, focusing on the south of England, where chalk cliffs are rapidly eroding. England’s coastline is among the fastest eroding in Europe, with some areas losing up to two meters annually. Grundy uses brightly colored fabric to draw attention to the consequences of erosion. The vivid materials highlight concrete sea defenses, fallen rocks, and other man-made interventions, emphasizing the fragility of these landscapes.

all images by Neal Grundy

photo series raises Visual Warning on Environmental protection

The vibrant fabrics serve as a stark contrast to the natural environment, illustrating the impact of erosion and global warming. The series underscores the need to protect shorelines and the environment. By using colored fabric, Grundy draws parallels to societal practices of covering and protecting valuable items, such as wrapping gifts or unveiling theater curtains. The images, free from CGI or AI, offer a visual warning about the urgent need for environmental conservation.

Neal Grundy’s Safe from Harm series explores rock erosion on England’s southern coast

the photography focuses on rapidly deteriorating chalk cliffs in the south of England

vivid materials emphasize concrete sea defenses and fallen rocks, showcasing the landscape’s fragility

Grundy uses brightly colored fabric to highlight the consequences of coastal erosion

the vibrant fabrics contrast sharply with the natural environment, illustrating the impact of global warming

Grundy’s work highlights the aesthetic impact of man-made interventions on coastal landscapes

no CGI or AI is used in these images, emphasizing their raw, authentic message

Grundy draws parallels to societal practices of protecting valuable items using colored fabric

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project info:

name: Safe from harm
photography: Neal Grundy | @neal_grundy

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom