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Fine Art Print : The overgrown ski slope at Kirkby, 11 September 1975
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The overgrown ski slope at Kirkby, 11 September 1975
Stephen Shakeshaft
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Kirkby
England
Media ID 21870510
© Mirrorpix
Artificial Kirkby Knowsley Merseyside Outdoor Leisure Activities Ski Slope Skiing Slope 1975
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this captivating Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the enchanting transformation of The overgrown ski slope at Kirkby, as captured by renowned photographer Stephen Shakeshaft on 11 September 1975. This evocative image invites you to explore the rich history and charm of a bygone era. With its stunning detail and vibrant colors, this Fine Art Print is not just a decorative piece, but a journey back in time. Bring the nostalgia home and let the story of this overgrown ski slope ignite your imagination.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "The overgrown ski slope at Kirkby, 11 September 1975" takes us back to a bygone era of outdoor leisure activities. Captured by the talented photographer Stephen Shakeshaft in the heart of Kirkby, Merseyside during the 1970s, this image encapsulates both nostalgia and curiosity. Once a vibrant hub for skiing enthusiasts, this artificial ski slope now lies abandoned and overgrown with nature's embrace. The passage of time has transformed what was once a bustling sporting destination into an enchanting scene where nature triumphs over human intervention. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but wonder about the stories that unfolded on these slopes decades ago. Imagining the exhilaration and laughter that echoed through these hills as skiers glided down its snowy terrain brings forth a sense of longing for those days gone by. Yet there is also beauty in witnessing how nature reclaims its territory. The lush greenery enveloping the forgotten ski slope serves as a poignant reminder of our ever-changing world and how even man-made structures are not immune to the relentless march of time. Stephen Shakeshaft's skillful composition allows us to reflect on our own connection with outdoor sports and recreation while simultaneously inviting contemplation on themes such as impermanence and resilience. This remarkable photograph transports us back to an era when skiing was king, reminding us that memories live forever within images like these from Memory Lane Prints.
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