You were there..

Wow, Beautiful shot. Wonderful composition. I have no complaints.

I'm not sure about the person in this shot, I mean is it better with

or without?

I think the person in the frame gives a very important sense of scale, while also lending a sense of lonliness, reflection and tranquility. I would leave it as is.

This is a lovely shot, with a lot going for it. I like the pier taking my eye from the front to the back and even the interesting details on the pier. The sky is beautiful and contrasts perfectly with the pier. My only concern is the figure in the photo. I think it may have worked better if they were either A. closer or, B. further to the left. The light striking them appears to be interesting, but they are so small in the photo, one cannot appreciate it.

 

Nice job!

I was going to say it, but scrolled down and found I don't need to.

I also agree with leaving the person in. The colors here are wonderful. Great capture.

I like the person in it. Great shot, give a solitary feeling. I like the composition very much !

stunning

It's excellent. The figure gives intellectual interest, and the restrained and specific palette creates an emotional context into which the viewer can project their own mental condition (see the above comment about various suggested states of mind). The composition is also well balanced in the distribution and quanities of contrasting colors that each carry specific visual weight. Also, the wide angle view defines a huge physical dimension that counterpoints the tiny figure. Right place, right time, right skill set... t