Imagine a picturesque evening when the sky slowly changes from bright orange and pink to deep shades of purple and blue. The sun, which is just above the horizon, casts a golden glow over the still water surface of a vast lake. The lake is so calm that it seems as if the sky and water are merging, with the sun reflecting in a perfect reflection. At the edge of the lake, partly hidden among high waving reeds, is a small, wooden rowing boat. The boat is simple, with peeling paint, and is anchored peacefully in the shallow water. The reeds, gently bobbing along to the rhythm of a light breeze, create a gentle rustling sound that perfectly suits the serene atmosphere of the evening. In the distance, where the lake touches the horizon, you might see a few distant silhouettes of trees, silhouetted against the slowly fading glow of the sunset. The whole scene exudes peace and solitude, a moment of pure stillness and beauty in nature.
 
                                I am a photographer from Ede (Netherlands) who started with nature photography but also enjoys night photography and street photography more and more. You can also find my photos on http://www.valleifoto.nl and https://www.instagram.com/valleifoto.. Read more…
 
                         Posbank Veluwezoom with birds in the backgroundRick van de Kraats
Posbank Veluwezoom with birds in the backgroundRick van de Kraats The golden hour during sunriseRick van de Kraats
The golden hour during sunriseRick van de Kraats Sunrise at the water's edge among frozen reedsRick van de Kraats
Sunrise at the water's edge among frozen reedsRick van de Kraats Sunrise by the water during a cold morning in the NetherlandsRick van de Kraats
Sunrise by the water during a cold morning in the NetherlandsRick van de Kraats Sunset Ginkelse Heath near Ede (Netherlands)Rick van de Kraats
Sunset Ginkelse Heath near Ede (Netherlands)Rick van de Kraats Sunset Domburg with wave breakersRick van de Kraats
Sunset Domburg with wave breakersRick van de Kraats Sunset at the hills on the Posbank in RhedenRick van de Kraats
Sunset at the hills on the Posbank in RhedenRick van de Kraats Sunset Posbank Rheden with the purple heatherRick van de Kraats
Sunset Posbank Rheden with the purple heatherRick van de Kraats A misty sunrise by the water with beautiful colors in the skyRick van de Kraats
A misty sunrise by the water with beautiful colors in the skyRick van de Kraats Beautiful sunrise in nature reserve with a high staircaseRick van de Kraats
Beautiful sunrise in nature reserve with a high staircaseRick van de Kraats The inner gate in Culemborg.Rick van de Kraats
The inner gate in Culemborg.Rick van de Kraats Utrecht railway station from aboveRick van de Kraats
Utrecht railway station from aboveRick van de Kraats Close-up of the Flute weed along the Rhine River.Rick van de Kraats
Close-up of the Flute weed along the Rhine River.Rick van de Kraats Sunset with reflection in the water.Rick van de Kraats
Sunset with reflection in the water.Rick van de Kraats Beautiful sunset with Konik horsesRick van de Kraats
Beautiful sunset with Konik horsesRick van de Kraats A soothing sunset by the waterRick van de Kraats
A soothing sunset by the waterRick van de Kraats Sunset in the dunes of Nieuwvliet (Zeeland)Rick van de Kraats
Sunset in the dunes of Nieuwvliet (Zeeland)Rick van de Kraats Beautiful sunrise with dark skyRick van de Kraats
Beautiful sunrise with dark skyRick van de Kraats Colourful sunrise in RenkumRick van de Kraats
Colourful sunrise in RenkumRick van de Kraats Purple Heath with a beautiful sky.Rick van de Kraats
Purple Heath with a beautiful sky.Rick van de Kraats