The first photograph is what caught my attention to click on this artists' name and view his images. I read his statement/bio, and being a nature lover, was instantly connected to his intended point through these photos, in my understanding. He says, "Nature transformed through industry is a predominant theme in my work. ... We are drawn by desire - a chance at good living, yet we are consciously or unconsciously aware that the world is suffering for our success." What he is saying is completely true, we have these magnificent photographs to prove our industrial success however, nature is suffering because of our over- and misuse of her resources for our industrial, everyday demands. Burtynsky shows the excellent contradiction of our concern for our environment's health but a continuous need to consume nature's provided materials.
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