A peaceful sunset at the jetty on Lake Constance by Judith Kuhn

The picture captures a quiet moment at the end of a March day. It shows the jetty at the Haltnau vineyard near Meersburg, jutting gently out into the gently rippling water. The surface of the lake reflects the scene in soft, slightly blurred shapes, creating an almost dreamlike effect. Clouds drift across the sky, bathed in delicate shades of red by the last light of the sun, which has already set. The horizon glows in warm yellows and oranges, gradually transforming into a calm blue towards the top – a harmonious colour gradient that is also reflected in the water.

The inspiration for this work lies in the quiet beauty of a day drawing to a close by the lake – in that moment when the world comes to rest and colours appear more intense. The aim was to create an atmosphere of serenity and inner peace that invites the viewer to pause and take a deep breath.

A deliberately soft rendering and subtle blurring have created an almost meditative mood. The technique emphasises not so much the details as the feeling of the moment. It is precisely this combination of soft colours, reflections and reduced clarity that makes the image a special eye-catcher, lending any room warmth, depth and a calming aura.