In this portrait-oriented composition, Böhmer explores the horizon through a structured, minimalist approach. The work relies on a sophisticated palette that mimics the natural shifts of light across a coastal setting, using horizontal divisions to create a sense of vast, open space. The artist’s hand is visible in the subtle textures and tonal gradients, which prevent the geometric arrangement from feeling clinical, instead grounding it in the physical reality of the outdoors.

The vertical format emphasizes the depth of the scene, drawing the eye from the immediate foreground toward a distant, hazy boundary. By stripping away extraneous detail, the piece focuses on the fundamental relationship between sky, sea, and earth. It is an exercise in restraint, finding resonance in the way simple shapes can represent the enduring weight and movement of the natural world.