Title: "Kustom Cave"

A diver hovers in beams of light streaming down from an overhead opening.

Solomon Islands, September, 2003

TOTAL EDITION: 500

SiZE: 11.5" X 16.5" (29 cm X 42 cm)

This cave is accessed from the open ocean by an underwater passageway. At the back of the cave is a chamber with a skylight. The name "Kustom Cave" was given by the islanders due to its ritual use. Offerings to the gods are dropped into the cave through the skylight. When I entered the cave and saw the dancing beams of light, I new immediately what shot I wanted to make. I also knew it would be impossible to calculate a proper exposure, due to the wide contrast range of light. So I simply shot about 15 images, changing the exposure slightly between each shot, assuring me of at least one great image.