While visiting Fiji in June 1975, I used a Canon F1, 50 mm lens, and Kodachrome to capture this image of a beach near Sigatoka on the island of Viti Levu. The coconut trees, beautiful lagoon, scudding horizon clouds, and the scent of wild orchids leave an impression I'll never forget. With pristine beaches like this almost everywhere, the people of Fiji are justifiably proud of their sublimely beautiful land.
I rediscovered this old slide in a shoe box two years ago, scanned it, and liked the B&W image better than color. Have no idea what the exposure settings were. The lighting was harsh and the histogram is awful. But I love this image for the memories it evokes.
Oh, my, Alfred, sorry to hear that the developers have put their ugly footprint on Sigatoka. I suppose it was bound to happen. I haven't been back since 1975, and probably will be content to retain just the memory.
Yes sir, I can see a couple of lounge chairs and cold beverages on that stretch of beach. I like the composition and the sharp foliage silhoutted against the clouds. Nice work.