Stephen Dupont, Photographer, Sydney

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An atmospheric coastal photograph captures a single breaking ocean wave rolling onto a damp sandy shore during a vibrant sunset. The low sun creates a brilliant, elongated golden reflection on the wet sand and shimmering water surface. Gentle white sea foam churns along the breaking crest, contrasting against the dark tones of the surrounding sea. The horizon is bathed in a warm orange glow, casting a cohesive monochrome-like golden hue across the entire scene. The composition focuses intimately on the shoreline interaction between water and sand.