After spending the past nine summers living, working, painting, and documenting at the central/north section of the Jersey Shore (my particular town is only one square mile, so I've done some wandering throughout the coast), I'm glad to see the community effort and teamwork in the wake of a hurricane.
Yesterday, the beach cleanup was in full motion, and it was open to the public by 2 o'clock E.S.T. The water was frigid, the pier was shifted to the south and is therefor unsteady, and the sand was packed down by rain and tractors. The jetty was bolstered with more boulders, the lifeguards set up shop, and everyone was so appreciative.
I value the high value of ocean front beauty, and I fully appreciate the appreciation of families, tourists, residents, and community leaders of the Jersey shoreline. Thanks everyone, for keeping our slim ribbon of sand intact.
Sunset in Summer 2011
the day after Hurricane Irene
the beach in January
the dog days of winter
"Hands in the Sand" offshore drilling protest, 2010
the sun, it rises.
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