This week, Beth’s challenge is to revisit #155, “on the water.” I didn’t take part in these challenges back then, so it’s new for me and am I going overboard with this theme.
For this challenge,she is looking forward to seeing our interpretation of “On the Water”. It can be rivers, creeks, lakes, ponds, oceans, puddles, swimming pools or water parks. Think about scenic views of water, people having fun on the water, watercraft on the water, macros of water drops, or animals, birds, and plants floating on the water.She does give us lots of options.
What I am sharing in these images is my fascination with the waves and the rhythm they create as they roll and crash against the shore. The smooth pebbles, worn down by years of continuous motion, invite you to touch them, and you can be calmed down by rubbing your fingers across the surface of each one, feeling their coolness and texture. I am totally aware of the abundance of images I have taken, but if you open the galleries, you can quickly scroll through them and perhaps pause on a few, giving yourself the chance to truly appreciate my admiration for the power of water.
These memories were captured on a beautifully windy, cloudy, and cool day in Crete, our last day, and they resonate deeply within me. I spent a couple of hours observing as the waves with gust crashed against the shore, each crash echoing ln my heart, a melody only the sea could compose. As I sat there, drawn to the rhythm of the ocean, I appreciated the horizon, where the sky met the water in a endless embrace. The invigorating spray of sea water touched my skin, refreshing and full of life, while the salty breeze provided a familiar comfort, reminding me of my connection with the sea, a bond formed through countless sunrises and sunsets. With each gust of wind, I was more in touch with the moment, a clear sense of peace and tranquility.
This concludes my week! I thoroughly enjoyed reflecting on this old challenge and considering how to approach it. It was a new experience for me. A huge thank you to Beth for her guidance—make sure to link your response to her post here. Additionally, your contributions to John’s “History Through the Lens” challenge last week were fantastic. Remember to return on Saturday, May 2 at noon eastern time, when Ann-Christine will lead the next challenge.
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Here we are The Lens-Artists: Tina, Patti, Ann-Christine, John, Sofia, Anne, Egidio, Beth, and myself Ritva.
Ritva Sillanmäki Photography 
Simply wonderful, beautiful and relaxing Ritva! I loved it.
Thanks Anne.
Ritva, thank you so much for taking me to Crete with your beautiful images. I could almost hear the waves as I viewed the first gallery. I love the rocky beach landscapes and the close ups of the smooth rocks.
thanks Glad you enjoyed the stop
Very poetic musings and photos that beautifully portray the shifting moods of the ocean shore.
even a cloudy day did not dampen the mood
This just tempted me to head to the back to the beach. Amazing captures 🙂
Hammad beach is always worth a visit
Beautiful pictures, Ritva. I love watching the sea, too.
it is so fun, thanks Lynette
Very nice…especially like your pebbles on the beach selections.
It is fun looking at the different pebbles
Beautiful ocean series, Ritva.
Thanks Jane
Fabulous images of the sea, Ritva. You definitely went overboard, but in a good way xx
I know Jo, sometimes I just cannot help myself 😂
Oh my Ritva – obviously you DO love the water! I especially appreciated the rough seas as even in storms our waves are not like that. We are a barrier island to are protected from the worst of it although I must admit I LOVE to see waves like those you’ve shared. Also loved all of your rocks. Marvelous collection
You could see that from my post 😂. Thanks Tina
Beautiful! I love the wave photos, the water is so meditative! Beautifully calming!
I agree, glad you felt so
I struggled to keep my post to only four images. Water is mesmerizing. I loved what you said about watching waves being meditative. I agree 100%.
four, would have been an achievement for me. I know this was too much 😂
Beautiful photos!!
Thanks Nora
Meditative – yes – and water is always mezmerising! You show it so well, Ritva – a meditation worth the name.
Thanks AC
I love the drama, the power you captured of the sea along side with a calmer seascapes. The pebbles are favourites this week.
Thanks Sofia
What a beautiful gallery, Ritva! Your seascapes showing the ocean with more dramatic skies really add to the mystic of the seas. The rocky beaches with the pebble studies are fascinating! Great work in your response.
Thanks for the trip to Crete 🙂. I specially like the flash of pink and the pebbles..
Lovely! Crete just went on my to-do list
it was so lovely in the spring as all the green was still fresh
I smell the salt air. Thanks for your photos of the sea.