Golden Sunset over the IJssel near Wijhe by Edwin Mooijaart

In autumn the IJssel near Wijhe shows itself at its most beautiful, especially when the sun sets over the river landscape. On an evening in October I stood on the dike and could not believe my eyes: the entire sky exploded in a blazing orange-gold. The layered clouds seemed to be made of light themselves, and their reflections in the winding river doubled the spectacle. The tree silhouettes on the small islands in the water gave the composition perfect framing. I worked fast, as this kind of light lasts only a few minutes. With a wide field of view I captured the full breadth of the sky display. The green riverbank vegetation and the grass in the foreground provided colour contrast with the sea of fire above. The gentle swell of the water reflected the colours without disturbing them. This photo brings the energy of a fire into the home. The gold-orange tones are warm, inviting and dominant enough to fill a large wall. In a living room or dining room with warm, earthy colours this is a perfect addition. Anyone who loves the Dutch river landscape will find their ideal photo here.