A moment of sudden movement breaks the calm as a wading bird strikes into the shallow water, sending a burst of droplets into the air. Beneath it, the dark reflection creates an almost perfect second silhouette, while the soft, restrained tones give the photograph a quiet, minimalist quality.
The contrast between the still water and that split-second splash makes this an unusual wildlife image — peaceful at first glance, yet full of movement when you look closer. Its neutral palette and strong composition make it particularly suited to calm, contemporary interiors.
Photographed by Sharon Maskery, this is an original photograph capturing a genuine moment in nature.
Part of the Sussex Sea & Sky collection of original coastal photography, celebrating the landscapes, seascapes and ever-changing light of the Sussex coastline.
Print details • Unframed fine art print • Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm • Available in A5 and A4 • Open edition • Printed in the UK • Made to order • Free UK delivery • Normally delivered within 7–10 working days • Frame not included • Colours may vary slightly between screens and the finished print
Breaking the Stillness brings a quiet piece of coastal wildlife into the home — a fleeting moment preserved just as the calm water comes alive.
