This photograph, taken on the bridge over the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal near Maarsen, shows a love lock attached to the fencing with the soft hues of the sunset in the background. The padlock, often symbolising unbreakable love and devotion, is here illuminated by the last rays of the day, framing its silhouette and capturing an intimate moment. In the background, where the water of the canal merges with the orange sky, the transition from day to night is a daily spectacle for locals as well as passing cyclists and walkers. The location itself is a crossroads of roads, waterways and life stories, a symbolic space where promises are made and kept. This photograph is a reflection of the promise of continuity and connection, not only between people but also between the urban and the natural, against the ever-changing backdrop of the sky.
Photographer: www.peterhendriksfotografie.nl