This version has a more subdued, even meditative tone. The light is still golden, but there’s more blue in the mix now, especially in the shadows on the water and the darker parts of the waves. That cooler balance gives the scene a calmer, almost solemn presence—it feels like the end of a long day rather than the height of golden hour.
The composition is expansive. Placing the horizon line right around the lower third keeps the sky in command, and those long horizontal layers of cloud echo the gentle ripples of the sea. The seafoam scattered across the sand adds texture and pulls your eye forward, but it never overwhelms.
One thing that stands out here is the softness—nothing feels harsh or rushed. The light is steady, the contrast is smooth, and the mood is quiet. It’s the kind of image that feels like a deep breath. You don’t need a focal subject because the whole scene is about stillness. It doesn’t reach for attention—it holds it gently.
Welcome to my world of photography. I am Martijn Jebbink, born in the Netherlands and living in Rome.
I grew up in a small town, surrounded by an impressive forest. In that environment I developed my own way of looking at the world. At first, I didn’t see..
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