Airplane Engine Close-Up. A Minimalist Travel Photo by Dean Best
Airplane engine turbine captured at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam by Dean Best — part of the Best Calming Relaxation photo series.
Airplane Engine Close-Up – Stillness at Schiphol Airport
Captured by Dean Best | Best Calming Relaxation
While boarding a flight at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, I paused on the rain-slicked stairs and instinctively looked up. There it was — the gleaming turbine of the airplane engine, radiating symmetry and serenity in the most unexpected of places. I pulled out my camera and captured this moment, struck by the way engineering precision and natural texture came together in quiet harmony. This image would later become part of my Best Calming Relaxation project — a series where I capture stillness even in motion.
This photo is more than just a close-up of a jet engine. It’s about contrast — a symbol of speed, power, and movement captured in a moment of silence and stillness. The texture of the raindrops along the silver rim adds depth and a subtle reflective quality that grounds the composition. Set against a softly overcast sky, the image evokes both energy and calm. It reminds me — and I hope, reminds you — that peaceful moments exist even amid chaos and travel.
As part of the Relax With Dean visual series, this photo stands out for its minimalist structure and quiet symmetry. The lines of the turbine blades draw the eye inward, offering a sense of rhythm and balance. Minimalist photos like this are powerful — they don’t demand attention, they offer presence. And in today’s world, presence is a form of peace. Whether you use this photo as a calming desktop background or as part of a meditation visual series, my hope is that it serves as a visual reminder to slow down and breathe.
This particular image also speaks to my love of travel. Airports are full of noise, urgency, and crowds — but within that rush, there are moments of stillness waiting to be noticed. Part of my mission with Best Calming Relaxation is to find and share those moments: quiet reflections on water, the softness of clouds at sunrise, the structural grace of trees, and now, the peaceful geometry of an airplane engine. Beauty isn’t always where we expect it. Sometimes, it’s right above us while waiting to board.
This minimalist airplane engine photo is available as a free digital download — ideal for those curating a tranquil workspace, designing a clean visual series, or simply looking to add a touch of calm to their day. Whether you’re a travel enthusiast, an aviation admirer, or someone who finds stillness in visual design, I invite you to make this photo part of your own journey toward peace.
Every image I create is an extension of the atmosphere I aim to share through my music and visuals. While this blog focuses on my photography, the full experience will soon expand to include original calming piano compositions on YouTube, as part of my growing Relax With Dean platform. These upcoming music videos will feature the very same visuals you find here — photos paired with music designed to help you relax, meditate, and reset.
To see more photos or explore the full collection, visit DeanBest.com or follow along on Instagram @RelaxWithDean for calming updates, music previews, and visual moments of peace.
— Dean Best | Best Calming Relaxation