The scene is a medium shot of a swan sitting on a nest in the water, partially obscured by tall reeds. The swan has white feathers and its head is tucked back towards its body. The nest is made of brown, dry grass and twigs. Another swan is visible in the water to the left of the nest. The water is grey and slightly rippled. Tall, dry reeds with feathery tops surround the nest, adding a layer of visual texture. In the foreground, there is green grass. In the background, there is a grassy shoreline with trees. The overall lighting suggests a bright, overcast day.