Minimalist Shelf: Ceramic Vase and Stylish Books

Photorealistic still life of a minimalist shelf scene: a single light oak floating shelf against a pale gray wall. A matte ceramic vase with a soft ivory glaze sits upright, its curved silhouette accented by a single slender stem inside. Next to it, stylish books are arranged in a balanced composition—one vertical stack, others laid flat with muted taupe, ivory, sand, and charcoal spines. Natural daylight enters from the left, casting gentle, elongated shadows and subtle highlights on the vase glaze and book covers. The color palette is neutral: whites, creams, beiges, and warm wood tones, with textures visible—the smooth ceramic surface, wood grain, and tactile paper jackets. Plenty of negative space to emphasize simplicity. Shallow depth of field softly blurs the background while keeping vase and nearest book edges in sharp focus. Shot at eye level with a 50mm lens, f/2.8, ISO 100, for a clean, serene mood. Overall vibe: calm, elegant minimalist decor.