I loved this image. The absence of vibrant colors suggested that it be taken to complete monochrome, after which (using GIMP) I did a slight cropping and some selective dodging and burning to bring out some shadow details (the boats on the beach) and accentuate the two people by taking them to virtual silhouettes. I did this not to attempt to create a better image, but to show a different way of presenting this one. All respect to the original!
Russ
Austin, Texas