Here are several examples of how this composition is used to evoke different moods, from serene celestial views to moody, foggy coastlines:

Long-exposure shots capture the "sweep" of the Fresnel lens, creating solid-looking rays of light that pierce the darkness.

These images often highlight the ruggedness of rocky cliffs and the soft, milky blur of moving waves hitting the shoreline. Atmosphere & Inspiration

Lighthouse photography at night relies on the dramatic contrast between the "guiding light" and the "consuming dark." In a 1000x1498 frame, the lighthouse often acts as a central pillar, drawing the eye upward toward the stars or through a heavy layer of sea fog.