The photo shows a characteristic image of the Opal Coast in France, dominated by a long row of dark, wooden mussel piles perpendicular to the sand and shallow water. These piles form a striking interplay of lines that seem to face the horizon. They are overgrown with mussels and algae, enhancing their rough and element-drawn appearance.
The sky is predominantly grey and overcast, with various shades of grey and white spreading a diffuse light across the landscape. There is a soft, slightly melancholic atmosphere.
The colours in the picture are predominantly natural and subdued: the dark shades of the mussel piles contrast with the almost white water. The overcast sky adds to a palette of muted colours, highlighting the robust yet serene look of the Opal Coast. The focus is on the structure and repetition of the mussel piles, which are a unique and recognisable element of this French coastal area.
                                
 
                                My name is Mirjam Suijkerbuijk and I was born in Roosendaal (North Brabant) in 1972. In daily life, I work as a teacher for foreign-speaking children, but as soon as I can, I go outside with my camera! I photograph all kinds of things, such as.. Read more…
 
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