Only 8 days into 2026, and I’m already feeling drained by the politics in my country. That said, it’s nice to look back at photos taken in 2025, that I consider among my best. I hope these selections help you transcend the day to day noise. Thank you to the Lens-Artist hosts for keeping this challenge alive. I know I’m going to need it this year!
Ethereal low tide at Long Beach, WA.
Bald Eagle take off – iPhone 16 action shot at a distance.
Full moon over the marshes.
Salmon Creek – Willamette Pass, OR
Snow covered dunes
Ethereal sundowning
Pastel sunrise over marshes.
Lindy Low LeCoq 
I dare not express my thoughts on your countries ‘politics’… that aside love your reflections, your seascapes are always welcome to brighten the day
Thank you, David. I’m afraid this current administration is changing the USA into a pariah nation.
Yes, regarding drained…
— Barbara Hollenbeck