Artist statement: ‘First light’ captures the moment of transition between night and day, with a deep blue sky meeting an orange horizon as the sun begins to rise just out of view. The only element in the image – altered by the slow shutter – is a single wave, which is stretched and softened, its motion delicately captured in a fluid blur. This wave, standing alone against the vast, still sky, symbolises quiet strength and anticipation. The image conveys a sense of hope and renewal, as the wave seems to embody the subtle power of nature waking up with the first light, suggesting that even in solitude, there is beauty and potential for change.