This image captures the striking silhouette of the Sun Voyager (Sólfar), a stainless-steel sculpture standing proudly on Reykjavík’s waterfront. With its curved, skeletal frame reaching toward the sky, it resembles a Viking ship — but it is, in fact, a dreamboat, a symbol of hope, progress, and freedom.
Photographed against a calm sky and soft northern light, the sculpture takes on an almost meditative presence. Reflections shimmer on the wet pavement, and the nearby sea seems to stretch endlessly into the unknown. It’s a place where the past meets the future, and where Icelandic history blends with modern minimalism.
This artwork invites you to pause and imagine—to reflect on your journey, or perhaps dream of one yet to come. The clean lines, the cool tones, and the quiet strength of the composition make this piece ideal for contemporary interiors that appreciate both simplicity and symbolism.
A visual ode to wanderlust, identity, and timeless Nordic design.
Welcome! My name is Diana Birjac, a passionate photographer with a background in health psychology. In my work, I combine psychology with photography to create images that not only touch visually, but also evoke a sense of calm, reflection and meaning.
My style moves between minimalism, ..
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