Aqualens at Sunset: A Coastal Reflection

Nestled into a bluffside garden overlooking the Santa Barbara Channel, this Aqualens installation captures the essence of coastal California serenity. A 2-foot acrylic sphere rests in a 6-foot circular dish, quietly reflecting the seascape beyond. From this elevated perch, the vast Pacific stretches out below, with the distant silhouettes of Santa Cruz and Anacapa Islands rising like sentinels on the horizon.

As the sun begins its descent, the sphere becomes a vessel of light. The soft glow of sunset refracts through the acrylic, casting golden tones across the water’s surface. Within the smooth curvature of the sphere, the surrounding world appears perfectly mirrored—sky, sea, and islands suspended in stillness.

This Aqualens isn’t just a fountain—it’s a focal point of calm and quiet wonder. It anchors the space with understated elegance, drawing the eye toward the horizon and inviting a moment of pause. At dusk, when light and water meet in just the right way, the effect is nothing short of breathtaking. For a fleeting moment, the world reflects itself back to you—timeless, beautiful, and still.