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Solitude Glistens

I'm a Cali girl at heart and anywhere near the water, where I can hear the waves crash, or trickle against a gentle breeze, I feel at peace, just like when I look at this photo.
A sailboat appears peacefully still, so small and almost perfectly centered amongst the vast glistening ocean waves and clear blue and peach ombre painted sky.
It's name "Solitude Glistens" literally means a peaceful withdrawal from social interaction to give off a sparkling or lustrous reflection.

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I'm Vanessa. I'm an artist and a lover of all beautiful things, whether it be a compassionate person exhibiting kindness, a colorful hummingbird, or a beautiful sunset. Whatever it may be, I love to capture it with a photo, a painting or a sketch card. I love love and anything that tugs at my heart.

Finished 4th in their Group in the Semifinal Round of the March 2026 Competition
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2nd in their Group in the Quarterfinal Round

2nd in their Group in Round Two

1st in their Group in Round One