In this art photograph, a nude woman drifts on her back in a gleaming blue swimming pool. Her body extends away from the viewer, elongated by perspective. Her eyes are closed and her head is tipped back with just her face above water. Her expression is relaxed, peaceful, and subdued. Her posture is understated; curving gently backwards, her ribcage is lifted and her abdomen is well-defined. She is undaunted by the display of her physique, carefree, and makes no effort at modesty.
There is a sense of tranquility to the image, the protagonist seems unconcerned with her surroundings. Her only interest seems to be enjoying this moment in the sun and water. In this way, the artwork has a sense of immediacy, as if the scene is occurring simultaneous to us witnessing it. Having the scene displayed in vivid color reinforces this effect.
The most prominent pattern in the photograph is the web of sunlight sparkling on the water. This intricate texture of white on blue runs the full height of the composition. Leaves frame the top of the image, and a stone ledge provides a visual anchor at the base. A few white blossoms sit in the branches. At the left, leafy shadows darken the edge of the photograph. At the right, we see the reflection of the sun.
The overall composition is divided vertically by the figure. The largest visual element is the area of blue to the right. The left of the image is broken into various areas of foliage, shadow, and stonework.
