Ariane Bourneville
Multi-disciplinary Designer
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The Dunes
The Dunes by Ariane Bourneville, 2022
"The Dunes " is a captivating photographic exploration through the black sand dunes of Lake Wainamu in Te Henga, Waitakere, Aotearoa. This otherworldly landscape, reminiscent of extraterrestrial planets, features the unique beauty of black sand that absorbs the heat and forms striking sandstone cliffs among the dunes.
One image vividly captures a group of children carrying their boards along the ridgeline of a tall dune in the late afternoon, heading toward a spot where the dunes meet a river below. This perfect setting allows them to glide down the dunes and slide across the river’s surface. Adding a personal touch to the journey, my boyfriend Jordan features in some of the images, his carefree smile highlighting our shared joy as we explore the unique terrain. These images encapsulate a glorious afternoon in one of New Zealand's most iconic locations, celebrating the raw and untamed beauty of Lake Wainamu's dunes.