The photo was taken at the monument on the afsluitdijk early in the morning, before sunrise during the so-called "blue hour", By using a slow shutter speed, movement of the water and the clouds in the sky become a silky smooth whole. This, in combination with the blue and pink pastel shades, creates an image with a peaceful feel. The lines of the fence on the left and right lead to the horizon where the viewer can peer into the distance and remember beautiful moments.