Alone on the island

An island has a way of making the day feel larger. There is the sea, the sky changing above it, and a little more room to be quiet with your own thoughts.

This view from Koh Chang stayed with me for its calm, open feeling. The clouds gave the sky texture, while the island and water held the scene in place. Nothing in the frame needed to happen quickly.

I like returning to photographs like this when everyday life starts to feel crowded. They bring back the simple pleasure of standing still and looking out toward the horizon.