This photo was taken at Vagueira Beach, on the Atlantic coast of Portugal. The image captures a moment of movement and companionship as children walk together near the sea. They run hand in hand. A flock of seagulls dives above the water. The rhythm of the scene is determined by the birds' movement, directing the children's gaze towards the ocean. The children move together, close and coordinated; their gestures are of familiarity and joy. The image captures the manifestation of friendship in the instant they walk, while simultaneously trying to scare away the birds, preserving a moment where play and observation intertwine.

* August 1, 2010
* Praia da Vagueira, Portugal
* GPS: 40.571500, -8.767333
* From the series: Spirit of Earth — Leisure
* Object number: # 40.FR-SEL.2010
* Olympus E3, 50-200/2.8 • Iso 250 • 100mm • f/8 • 1/250sec
* Photograph. 70×50 cm. Ed. 1/12 + 3 AP
* Print on Hahnemüle Photo Rag Matt Baryta, 308 g/m²