Costa Rica Blue

Costa Rica, 2026

Limited Edition Fine Art Print of 6 – There are moments viewed from above that feel less like landscapes and more like paintings created by the earth itself. Captured along the coastline of Costa Rica, Costa Rican Blue reveals the meeting point between land, river, and sea as layers of turquoise, deep cobalt, and soft currents intertwine across the shoreline. From this perspective, the landscape becomes abstract, inviting the eye to slow down and wander through textures, movement, and color that often go unnoticed from the ground.

There is something about the turquoise blue waters of the ocean that helps us unwind. The Caribbean gets a lot of attention for its glowing blue waters. However, on a trip to Costa Rica, I was taking a small 4-person plane along the coast from San Jose to Drake Bay. I could not get over how gorgeous the blue waters were near where rivers emptied into the Pacific. These rivers carry sediment from the volcanic earth from far upstream and enrich the ocean. Basically, while hanging out the plane window, I snapped this. Something about the scene really spoke to me.

This newly released fine art piece celebrates the beauty of natural patterns and the quiet power of our planet’s landscapes. The shifting blues and organic forms create a sense of calm while also reminding us of the dynamic forces continuously shaping the world around us. Designed to bring both energy and serenity into a space, Costa Rican Blue is an invitation to pause, explore, and reconnect with the wonder found in nature. Copyright Derek Nielsen Photography.

Copyright Derek Nielsen Photography

Copyright Derek Nielsen Photography.

The five print sizes offered in this collection are specifically chosen to allow for easy framing:

SMALL:  12”x18″
Edition of 100 includes:  A signed certificate of authenticity, with edition number. Fine Art Photographic Print Only

MEDIUM:  16”x24” *Best Value Price/Size Ratio.
Edition of 100 includes:  A signed certificate of authenticity, with edition number. Fine Art Photographic Print Only

LARGE:  24”x36”
Edition of 6 includes:  A signed certificate of authenticity, with edition number. Lumachrome Acrylic Masterwork Only

EXTRA LARGE:  32″x48″
Edition of 6 Includes:  A signed certificate of authenticity, with edition number. Lumachrome Acrylic Masterwork Only

STATEMENT PIECE: 40″x60″

Edition of 6 includes: A signed certificate of authenticity, with edition number. Lumachrome Acrylic Masterwork Only

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