Sentences with phrase «against a striking backdrop»

The beautiful palm fringed beach and majestic melaleuca trees are set against a striking backdrop of rai...

The beautiful palm fringed beach and majestic melaleuca trees are set against a striking backdrop of rainforest covered mountains.

Not exact matches

The second section explores the societal and political implications of U.S. drone strikes in Pakistan against the backdrop of the unique geopolitical environment in the tribal areas of Pakistan.

It's against this backdrop that one of the wildest fires of the 20th century ignited from a lightning strike during the parched summer of 1910.

The modern lines of the blackened iron four poster is so striking against an otherwise neutral backdrop.

With a hint of oriental charm, our Alana maternity maxi dress has a beautiful blossom print that is striking against a jet black backdrop.

This tale of doomed romance set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War was the last in a string of box office disappointments from director Sidney J. Furie before he struck gold again with Iron Eagle (1986).

Cooper and cinematographer Masanobu Takayanagi's framing of shots of the mangy - looking Baze brothers against shadowy backdrops of steel - town Pennsylvania are particularly striking as much of the film's narrative is a commentary against the lackadaisical treatment of military veterans and the dire financial state many find themselves in due to no fault of their own.

Set to the backdrop of the Detroit race riots, the film's opening sequences paint a striking picture of a city in violent chaos, but its broad scope soon gives way to a more focused telling of police brutality against a small group of youths.

Her debut novel is one of the buzziest of the summer, as a sheltered girl and a teenage maid strike up a friendship against the backdrop of the devastating violence of 1990s Colombia.

The hotel, which showcases the brand's new European design, is dynamic and modern with a striking glass façade that contrasts against the historic city centre backdrop.

I stayed in one of the luxury villas that features a comfortable mattress in a bedroom, leading out to a wooden balcony from where you have a marvellous view overlooking the pier and the 3 diving boats set against a striking sunset backdrop.

«We are incredibly excited about this unique collaboration between SFMOMA and the NPS and Parks Conservancy to present these extraordinary works of art to the widest audience possible, against such a fitting, historic, and striking backdrop.»

The satirical showcase features a striking cast of modern - day Somali pirates, UN soldiers and scantily - clad females, adorned with AK47s and over-sized sunglasses whilst basking against tropical backdrops of never - ending sunsets.

The publication of George Ewart's «The Leaping Hare» in 1972 cemented his engagement with the hare's mythological and» pataphysical iconography, and after witnessing the animal dash across the Sussex Downs, the artist was struck by its mysterious, acrobatic, unpredictable movements as set against the backdrop of an untamed wilderness.

My step father was a blue collar worker who brought me up in 70's Britain against a backdrop of strikes and dreams of «The Good Life».

Ditsy floral bedlinen and a striking black iron bed set against a pink backdrop evoke a cottage scheme, while built - in storage provides a practical solution.

An array of bright accessories and tableware evokes a cheerful feel and looks striking against the predominantly white backdrop.

Here, a large floral print on the dining chairs makes a striking statement against a backdrop of carefully coordinated plains.

It also proves that a striking artwork or mural can look fantastic against an indigo backdrop...

The modern lines of the blackened iron four poster is so striking against an otherwise neutral backdrop.

Hand tufted in 100 % wool with its clean line prints in striking coloring against a bold backdrop, these perfect pieces, in all their beauty, embody elements of both natural and elegant design in any space.

It has been layered with seasonal daffodils, stoneware and decorative pieces, which look striking against the dark backdrop.