Ameland's lighthouse is like Paris' Eiffel Tower. A familiar image to anyone who lives or has been on Ameland. The lighthouse is and has been photographed a lot. It evokes memories of beautiful holidays and of the peace and quiet of Ameland.
This photo was taken in January, a very quiet month on Ameland. The thin winter sky combined with the long shadows that make the bottom of the image almost black and white bring a cool undertone to the cheerfully striped lighthouse. The conifers surrounding the lighthouse provide a nice contrast to the sky and the lighthouse and just let the sun shine through. For anyone who loves Ameland and wants to hang a piece of Ameland on their wall at home!
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