Deep Vertigo by Michael Anderson

Tuesday, 8th December 2009

Deep Vertigo

by Michael Anderson

This is the wreck of the Taiyo, a 300 foot long fishing boat that crashed and sank on it’s maiden voyage. The ship went down backwards VERTICALLY against a massive reef. The bow is only 5 feet under the surface, and you can swim directly over it. As you look straight down to the stern nearly 300 feet into the abyss, you feel as though you are floating in outer space, hovering over the ship, trying your hardest to keep the powerful sense of vertigo at bay.

Michael Anderson

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16 Comments

Davey Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 2:45 am
Looks like fun. Lucky you. Great photo!
mike Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 2:49 am
Wow, 300 feet is like 25 houses stacked deep. That is a long way down.
Photos by Nik Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 3:43 am
Beautiful shot, you are a master and can’t wait to see more of your work
how ever where Does the wreck of taiyo lie?
ziggy Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 4:29 am
Good lord, that’s awesome. I felt slightly queasy just reading your description. The picture captures what your words describe beautifully. Wonderful sense of depth, giving the ocean water a velvet-like texture. I can almost see the stars. Congrats on a wonderful photo.
michael anderson Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 4:40 am
Nik,

Sorry, I forgot to include the location. The wreck lies on the southern edge of Marovo Lagoon in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands. The Solomons are a true wilderness paradise, the last frontier for travel in the South Pacific. The reefs have some of the greatest biodiversity in the world and since there is very little tourist infrastructure, the islands are a dream destination for those seeking real adventure in the South Seas. Monitor Lizards roam the beaches, shark callers still practice their ancient art, and dense rainforests cloak the slopes of smoking volcanoes. It’s a stunning landscape both above and below the surface of the sea.

-Mike
paul whitton Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 5:25 am
Your to right about the solomon’s, I visited about 112 ears ago and to this day still cant stop talking about it!! in all my years of travel I have never been taken back as much by landscapes both above and below the sea, not to mention the people! great shot Mike, you have inspired me to return. and congrats on making the cut!

paul.
yo Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 8:18 am
WoW, nice comp.
Pauline Jones Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 9:12 am
Cool shot but as for going to the Solomons, it’s probably not a good idea if you want them to remain a paradise. Tourism isn’t good for these areas; the best way to respect this beautiful place is to leave it well alone.
Wanda Krack Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Great shot and thanks for the information. It’s good to know there is still unspoiled areas on this beautiful planet!
Ellen Empson Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
Great choice by the Editors at Earthshots! This is fascinating.
I just happen to be a shipwreck buff so HATS off to this great image!!!
Marie Dunphy Harding Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 3:19 pm
Beautiful shot of this fine sanctuary, many thanks for sharing.
renee Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Michael, this is a very stunning shot I just cant help myself to keep and looking at it, well done and thank you for sharing!
Malta photography Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Great shot indeed and very good description. It really shows that you do it with passion. Great work
Grete Says:
December 9th, 2009 at 2:18 am
Incredible and amazing photography. Thanks for the excellent description. Really you show your passion for adventure and photography!!! Congrats from Argentine.
SPAIN Says:
December 9th, 2009 at 5:58 pm
fantastic
Argos Says:
December 10th, 2009 at 6:36 am
Absolutely amazing shot, no two ways about it!