Bell-Smith's mastery of maritime scenes is evident in the dynamic depiction of the churning ocean. The sea's power is captured in the stark contrast between the dark, rugged rocks and the frothy white of the waves crashing against them. The painting vibrates with the sea’s relentless movement, as each brushstroke conveys the swirling water's rhythm and the spray of the surf.

Above this natural tumult, the sky transitions from the rich blues of the upper atmosphere to the soft, warm hues where the horizon meets the sea, suggesting the sun’s fleeting caress. Seagulls dot the sky, their white forms stark against the colors of the twilight, adding life and motion to the scene.

This painting is a testament to the fleeting moments of beauty that occur at the juncture of day and night. It’s a visual poem to the day's end, where the sun’s last kiss upon the ocean is a transient, yet eternally captivating spectacle. Bell-Smith's work invites contemplation, not only of the natural world's beauty but also of its enduring cycles and the ephemeral moments that mark the passing of time.