This minimalist coastal landscape was photographed at the Oosterschelde in the province of Zeeland in The Netherlands. It was rainy and windy and a rather gloomy day, as the photograph shows. So, excellent conditions for more minimalist landscape photography. A longer exposure smoothened the water of the Oosterschelde as well as the sky a bit. The photograph has a minimalist look and zen feel as a result. The light on the horizon was a nice bonus. The signposts stand out better because of it. A black & white presentation seems to fit this Dutch coastal landscape photograph best.
The signposts in the photograph stand in the Oosterschelde near the municipality of Tholen in the Dutch province of Zeeland. The Oosterschelde is a former estuary, and it is the largest national park in the Netherlands. The signposts warn boats against the danger of underwater cliffs. Besides that, they guide them past the cliffs. The title “Passage” seemed to be a fitting title photograph of Oosterschelde in Zeeland.
Interesting in seeing a different composition? Check out the photograph titled Danger!
This photograph is part of our Minimalist photography theme. You will find many more photos with a minimalist style there. Please visit our Dutch landscape photography portfolio for more landscape photographs taken in The Netherlands, including a few more featuring the Oosterschelde in Zeeland. Alternatively, check out our The Coast theme to see coastal landscapes from around the world.
John van Duijn –
Mooi! Lovely minimalism! I do prefer the square version with the shorter exposure time 🙂
Johan Peijnenburg –
Dank je wel John. Ik ook 🙂