Sunset light pours over St. Louis as the Gateway Arch rises clean and bright above the riverfront. Soft gold and peach tones drift across the sky while smooth water carries gentle reflections of the arch and skyline. Boats and riverside lights add small signals of life without clutter.
I wanted a calm portrait of the city’s emblem of passage and possibility. The composition centers the curve so the eye moves from water to arch to sky in a simple, satisfying loop.
The atmosphere is serene and hopeful. Warm highlights meet cool river tones to suggest a quiet arrival at day’s end.
Technique blends a photographic base with translucent digital glazing and gentle local contrast so edges stay elegant, reflections read smooth, and color remains luminous.
In interiors, the balanced geometry and pastel palette bring a refined focal piece to living rooms, offices, and entryways. Perfect for anyone who loves St. Louis, river cities, and modern landmarks.
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