Bundled against the biting January morning chill, I headed to the beach. The frigid air bit at me, but the shoreline was surprisingly lively. Despite the dreary grey sky and bone chilling -2°C temperature, there was a lot going on. I wanted to capture the peaceful beauty of the scene, so I carefully framed my shots, trying to avoid people. I preferred the solitude of the shoreline as my subject.
But nature had other plans. The ever-present seagulls swooped and soared overhead, refusing to be left out of the story. I embraced their unexpected presence, adding their graceful flight and raucous calls to the composition. It gave the scene a touch of whimsy.
Amidst the beachgoers, I found a sad sight, a lone bunny, abandoned and forlorn, nestled among the slats of a weather-beaten bench. I couldn’t help but think of the child who had lost their beloved toy. They were probably heartbroken and inconsolable. I hoped they would soon find their way back to their cherished companion.
By David Levine
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