Joanna Daniel Poet Ekphrasis

Sunset on Golden Gate Bridge

(A Thomas Kinkade painting) 

Beauty captured 
in artful strokes
where sandpipers dance
and sea lions sunbathe
as the sun sets
in the bright horizon 
faraway
invoking dreams
mingling with destinies

floating sailboats 
passengers watching
in a trance 
the rustic romance
between the sea
and the sun
the ocean water
ignites
sparkles

waves reflect
the sky 
set on fire
colourful clouds
move softly
above 
the Golden Gate Bridge
standing tall
contrasting
the beauty 
of nature
with the tenacity
of man-made structure

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Sam Kauffman February 27, 2026 at 12:10 PM Congratulations on your win, Joanna! You have perfectly captured sunsets on the Golden Gate - sunsets we have enjoyed many times! Blessings of joy and beauty to you!

Joseph May February 25, 2026 at 7:24 AM Beautifully penned Jo, I enjoyed the read

Ghairo Daniels February 20, 2026 at 5:24 PM I don’t know the painting, Joanna, but I get the image clearly from your ekphrasis poem. I feel Ekphrasis is effective when the seer simply states the reflection. Well done in the Contest. Great Love.

Tom Cunningham February 18, 2026 at 3:52 PM Haven't seen his painting (must look it up) Went on a boat trip some years ago and sailed under it, a magnificent piece of engineering. Tom

Paula Goldsmith February 18, 2026 at 1:13 PM I love this wonderful write from you. I love the pretty cards from Thomas Kinkade. I have a couple of his cards. Too bad he died. Have a very blessed/fun day writing away....................