Female diver returning to dry land
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Female diver returning to dry land
A female diver returning to dry land, warming up with a hot drink from a vacuum flask top.
1970s
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Media ID 14346827
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
Apparatus Breathing Cylinder Cylinders Diver Divers Diving Gear Oxygen Rocks Seashore Shore Suits Wetsuit Wetsuits
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Blissful Moment of Respite: A Female Diver Returns to Dry Land in the 1970s 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a moment of tranquility and relief as a female diver, clad in a wetsuit and carrying an oxygen cylinder, returns to the shoreline. With a contented smile on her face, she takes a sip from a hot drink offered by an unseen companion, as the sun sets over the rocky coastline. The image, taken in the 1970s by acclaimed photographer David Lewis Hodgson, encapsulates the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that defined the era of recreational diving. 3. Context: The 1970s marked a significant period in the history of recreational diving, with advancements in equipment and techniques making the sport more accessible to the general public. The image of a female diver, who was often underrepresented in the male-dominated diving community, returning to the shoreline after an exhilarating dive, symbolizes the growing popularity and acceptance of the sport during this time. 4. Details: The photograph, taken in the 1970s, showcases the diver in her full diving gear, including a wetsuit, oxygen cylinder, and breathing apparatus. The rough, rocky shoreline and crashing waves in the background add to the sense of adventure and the elements, while the warm drink and the supportive companion on the shore offer a comforting contrast. The diver's relaxed expression and the warm glow of the sun setting over the sea create an image of serenity and accomplishment. 5. Conclusion: This photograph by David Lewis Hodgson offers a glimpse into the world of recreational diving in the 1970s, showcasing the sense of adventure, camaraderie, and personal achievement that came with the sport. The image of a female diver, enjoying a hot drink on the shore after a dive, serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures and moments of respite that can be found in the great outdoors.
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