Beachscapes: The Coastal World Through Frank Behrens' Lens

Frank Behrens' photo series is a captivating tribute to nature's spectacle and the human spirit — from the Cook Islands' serene beauty to the dynamic aerial yoga on Thailand's stunning shores.

For the past thirty years, Frank Behrens has distinguished himself as a photographer with a special knack for encapsulating the raw beauty of coastal landscapes and beaches across the globe. His unique and thought-provoking perspectives have earned him multiple awards and placements in international publications.

Symphony of Clouds
Symphony of Clouds (2017): A mesmerizing dance of color and reflection at the Cook Islands.

Behrens' passion for travel and photography, ingrained since childhood in Germany, informs his work. Now based in Singapore and Thailand since 2009, he considers himself not bound by geography but rather, a citizen of Planet Earth.

Aitutaki Lagoon
Stirring Splendor: A walk over the secluded motus in Aitutaki Lagoon, so breathtaking it moved Frank and his wife to tears.
Bondi Beach cliffs
A brief sun break highlights Bondi Beach's cliffs, its glow caught amidst dark clouds. In Sydney's unpredictable weather, Frank seized a cherished moment, now featured on his business card.
Aerial yoga in Thailand
Suspended in Serenity: Embracing the harmony of mind, body, and spirit amid the tranquil beaches of Thailand.
Glimmers of Gold
Glimmers of Gold: from a secret vantage point (perhaps a helicopter?), Frank captured one of his favorite muses gracefully gliding through the water.
Swimmer from above
Photo by Frank Behrens.
Iceberg in Iceland
A fleeting azure giant in Iceland — a poignant reminder of our world's fragility and the imminent change it heralds.
Sunset over the Cook Islands
An endless expanse of blue — from the sky to the beach — as the sun sets over the Cook Islands, a moment of tranquility captured right outside his bungalow.

See more of Frank Behrens' work at frank-photography.com.
Originally published in Beach Happy Magazine, Issue 14 — Fall 2023.