Carolina #157 – Outer Banks, NC

Carolina #157 is a striking black-and-white photograph by local coastal photographer Chris Bruner, capturing the haunting remains of the shipwreck Ocean Pursuit along the shores of North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Set beneath dramatic, fast-moving clouds, the image highlights the raw textures of weathered steel, shifting sand, and sea—an atmospheric portrait of resilience shaped by time and tide.

Bruner’s eye for composition transforms this abandoned vessel into something quietly powerful. The stark contrast and deep tonal range draw the viewer into the scene, balancing stillness with motion and history with impermanence. It’s a piece that feels both cinematic and contemplative, inviting a closer look the longer you live with it.

This limited-edition photograph is signed, numbered, and professionally matted, ready for framing. A compelling addition to coastal homes, offices, or curated gallery walls, Carolina #157 speaks to collectors drawn to maritime history, black-and-white photography, and the enduring spirit of the Carolina coast.