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Picture of a Solitary Wave In A Vast, Calm Ocean

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Picture Of A Solitary Wave Heading In To Shore In A Calm, Peaceful Ocean That Stretches Out To The Distant Horizon

A sense of mystery surrounds this image of a vast open sea with a single, solitary wave moving in towards shore. Why is there only one wave? What caused it? What can it mean? This captivating stock photo is rich with possible meanings and conceptual illustrations. The concepts can range from standing out from the crowd, to contemplation to innovation and the future. The addition of a headline (for which there is ample space), can move the meaning in many different directions. What is important is that the picture captures a viewer's attention and piques their curiosity. That a viewer will feel compelled to read the accompanying copy.


Creating a concept stock photo of the ocean

I photographed this ocean scene from my hotel balcony in Virginia Beach. I used Photoshop to add a sky that was actually captured in Tulum, Mexico. The wave was actually in the original scene, but much closer to the beach. By creating a square composition the image can be cropped for use as a vertical, as in a magazine cover, or as a double page magazine spread, or anything in between. The photo also reads easily and quickly as a thumbnail, a real advantage when Internet use is needed.


A Variety Of Communication Needs Can Be Filled By A Concept Stock Photo Of Mystery And Ambiguity

A concept stock photo such as this one can be used to illustrate a wide variety of topics. "Make A Wave" is just one headline that could fit well with such an image. The image is about making a difference, standing out from the crowd, and taking action. The mysterious nature of the image ads to the allure, while the bucolic feeling lends itself towards topics of contemplation and philosophy. This image also lends itself well to use as a background image.

The ocean stretches out endlessly before us as one solitary wave makes its way in to shore in this bucolic picture of the sea. Environmental nature pic. Single Ocean Wave Moving In To Shore In A Vast, Empty And Calm Sea. A calm ocean stretches out to the horizon with a few light clouds as a single, solitary waves moves towards shore. Potential uses include environmental issues and nature photos.

Keywords Associated With This Image

,all,background,Backgrounds,contemplation,solitude,tranquility,tranquil,vacations,vacation,vacationing,environmental,environment,wave,waves,oceans,ocean,sea,bucolic,calm,beautiful,scenic,beach,beaches,nature,beauty,2158,,solitary-wave-ocean.jpg