This Dutch coastal landscape in B&W features signposts at the Oesterdam (Oyster Dam), close to the town of Tholen in the Dutch province of Zeeland. It is a dam in the Oosterschelde, or Eastern Scheldt in English. It’s a former estuary, as well as the largest national park in the Netherlands.
The photograph shows the Oosterschelde on a day with rainy, windy and very foggy weather. Luckily, there still was some light on the horizon. That, made the signposts stand out very nicely and the scene was much more attractive as a result. A black & white treatment complements the darker mood and feel.
There are many worthwhile man-made subject in the waters along the coast of the Oosterschelde. It therefore is a great place for landscape photography. These signposts are a great example. They are there to warn sailors for a treacherous area in the water. “Danger” seemed to be a fitting title for this Dutch coastal landscape in black & white.
This photograph is part of our Minimalist theme. Please also visit our Dutch landscape photography portfolio for more Dutch landscapes. Alternatively, check out our The Coast theme to see coastal landscapes from around the world.
George Simmons –
No long exposure this time NiO ? 🙂 Have to say that the rougher sea does fit the mood of the image quite well !
Johan Peijnenburg –
Thought this was more fitting as well this time George 🙂
Arthur Kroon –
Good to see you publish more Dutch coastal landscapes! For some reason, I keep looking at this one 🙂