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Part of a memorial installation called "Reflection of Loss of Lives, Livelihoods and Living in Neighbourhood" in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. Chairs of all shapes and sizes to represent the many personalities of the 185 lost in the 2011 earthquake. Sited where once stood a church, it is a haunting reminder. A real feeling of emptiness and loss is felt here.


Artist's Statement: "185 Square metres of grass depicting new growth, regeneration. 185 white chairs, all painted twice by hand as an act of remembrance. This installation is temporary - as is life."
Pete Majendie

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.heidlerr
07/09/15 2:46 PM GMT
A haunting memorial for those that were lost. Well done and good luck with the competition.
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.susanlynn
07/09/15 2:49 PM GMT
Truly a touching memorial Lyn. I think I remember You posting an item from here some time ago; I haven't forgotten those lost as I am sure the people in Your country have not forgotten this tragedy. This tribute will be an excellent entry in the current contest. Good Luck.
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Life is a Constant Audition
::biffobear
07/09/15 2:53 PM GMT
It's good how you've presented this....R.
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I wish I was a Glow Worm, a Glow Worm's never glum, 'cause how can you be grumpy, when the sun shines out your bum?
::tigger3
07/09/15 3:16 PM GMT
Very somber memorial, and would be a good one for the contest, good luck Lyn.I do remember that terrible quake. tigs=^..^=
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Nature in all her glory is my uplift on life and so is my love of photography. sandi ♪ ♫
::trixxie17
07/09/15 3:46 PM GMT
An excellent entry and a wonderful and touching memorial to lives lost. They've done something similar before at the site of the Murragh federal building bombing in Oklahoma City.
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. . . "What a desolate place would be a world without a flower! It would be a face without a smile, a feast without a welcome." A.J. Balfour
::Ramad
07/09/15 4:05 PM GMT
I remember the chairs - nicely presented here Lyn. Good luck in the contest.
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.carlosf_m
07/09/15 5:27 PM GMT
This is really, really great, I love it, and an excellent entry
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::icedancer
07/09/15 6:32 PM GMT
Oh the saying is beautiful and this is a wonderful tribute to the lost lives. Would be a fabulous contest entry & good luck
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::mirto56
07/09/15 6:34 PM GMT
Empty Chairs and Empty Tables - Les Miserables

A most fitting memorial and your photo does it so much justice, LE. An excellent, thought=provoking entry to the contest...
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Smile, without a reason why. Love, as if you were a child, Smile, no matter what they tell you Don't listen to a word they say Cause life is beautiful that way. (From the film "Life Is Beautiful")
::Starglow
07/09/15 8:22 PM GMT
Quite an inspiring memorial.
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.nanadoo
07/10/15 2:50 AM GMT
No words......thank you for sharing. Fav'd
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.Dunstickin
07/10/15 7:32 AM GMT
A wonderful high key piece!.......
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::Jimbobedsel
07/10/15 4:21 PM GMT
This is outstanding and a top notch entry for the contest, Lyn. Applause Applause for this work!
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.Lightpainter
07/15/15 3:33 PM GMT
Excellent entry. Your explanation is crucial here. The choice of B&W and the vignetting is a real plus.
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::biffobear
07/19/15 7:31 AM GMT
Well done on the contest....R.
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I wish I was a Glow Worm, a Glow Worm's never glum, 'cause how can you be grumpy, when the sun shines out your bum?
::mirto56
07/19/15 7:58 AM GMT
Congrats on winning 2nd place in the contest, LE!
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Smile, without a reason why. Love, as if you were a child, Smile, no matter what they tell you Don't listen to a word they say Cause life is beautiful that way. (From the film "Life Is Beautiful")
::Ramad
07/19/15 8:40 AM GMT
Congrats on winning 2nd place Lyn.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
.heidlerr
07/19/15 12:09 AM GMT
Congrats on placing 2nd in the contest. Great job.
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::jerseygurl
07/19/15 6:28 PM GMT
Congratulations, Lyn on taking 2nd place in the contest - well deserved - great image!!!!!!!!
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.FlimBB
07/20/15 12:38 AM GMT
Grats on your second place win with this thought provoking piece. Well done, and a great tribute to those lives disrupted by the earthquake.
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Emptiness is not nothingness. It is simply the opposite of full of it.

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