Sagres Sunset
by Rebecca Herranen
Title
Sagres Sunset
Artist
Rebecca Herranen
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The image captures a breathtaking sunset at Sagres, Portugal, showcasing the rugged beauty of the coastline. The sun is partially hidden behind a bank of clouds, casting a warm golden glow across the sky and reflecting off the water and wet sand.
The clouds in the image resemble stratocumulus clouds, characterized by their large, dark, rounded masses often arranged in groups, lines, or waves. While these clouds are quite common and typically found at low altitudes, some formations in the image bear a resemblance to the rare and captivating Kelvin-Helmholtz clouds. Kelvin-Helmholtz clouds are known for their distinctive wave-like formations that resemble ocean waves, created by differences in wind speed or direction between two atmospheric layers.
The rocky shoreline is dramatic, with waves crashing against the large, dark rocks in the foreground, sending up plumes of white spray. The ocean's surface is a blend of deep blues and shimmering golds, adding to the scene's dynamic beauty. The overall effect is a serene yet powerful depiction of nature's majesty, capturing a perfect moment at the end of the day. This vivid portrayal of the sunset with clouds that hint at the complexity and beauty of Kelvin-Helmholtz formations adds a unique and mesmerizing touch to the scene.
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May 10th, 2021
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Comments (182)
Allan Van Gasbeck
Congratulations! Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in the “The Skyscapes” group on Fine Art America — You are invited to post your featured image to the featured image discussion thread as a permanent place to continue to get exposure even after the image is no longer on the Home Page.
David Neace CPX
Congratulations, your work is featured on the homepage of "Created by Southern Artists
Samuel HUYNH
Exciting news – Your fantastic artwork has been featured in "GREATEST OF ALL TIME" group! 🌈🎨 Feel free to spread the joy by adding it to our "2024 Featured Masterpieces Archive" in the Discussion section.
Steve Rich
Awesome work Rebecca. It is my pleasure to FEATURE your image on the homepage of "The Meandering Photographer”. Please consider adding your photo to the "Feature History, The Meandering Photographer (April-June 2023)" active discussion thread. 6-23-2023
Luther Fine Art
Congratulations! Your fantastic photographic art has been chosen as a Camera Art Group feature! You are invited to archive your work in the feature archive discussion. There are many other discussions in the group where you can promote your art even further more.
Anthony Jones
Beautiful work! Thank you for submitting your artwork to the Power and Beauty of the Ocean Group where the image is now featured on the home page. Feel free to post this in the Featured archive in the group discussion page section L/F
Gary F Richards
Outstanding composition and excellent artwork! Congratulations on your well deserved Special Featured Artist of the Week! F/L
Diane Hocker
Congrats, Rebecca, on Artist of the Week in the Art District Group. A stunning portfolio!
Gary F Richards
Spectacular Sagres Sunset composition, lighting, shading, excellent colors and artwork! F/L voted
Nancy Carol Photography
WELL DONE! Excellent and thank you for sharing with us your wonderful work of art that has been proudly presented on the Home Page of the group, 'ART FOR PASSION - PASSION FOR ART'. If you wish, you may archive it permanently or promote it further in the Discussions Tabs titled, "Jan Feb Mar 2023 Features."
Taphath Foose
Beautiful work, Rebecca!!! CONGRATULATIONS, your work is featured in "From Rise to Set"! I invite you to place it in the group's "Featured Image Archive" discussion thread and any other thread that is fitting!! 😊
Taphath Foose
Beautiful work, Rebecca!!! CONGRATULATIONS, your work is featured in "Beach Lovers"! I invite you to place it in the group's "Featured Image Archive" discussion thread and any other thread that is fitting!! 😊
Neli Stoyanova
Congratulations on being featured on the home page of the FAA Group “Everything Sunset.” I am proud to display and promote your talents. Please post your featured image in the group's discussion thread so it remains available for viewing in the group.
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