Standing Alone: Cactus, the Sky, and the Desert

Catalina State Park Part V: The warm air turns chilly as the sun disappears from our line of vision. The light wind breezes in as the color in the sky darkens into faded hues, dark yet light blue skies taking over. 

Green & Purple Hue Effects at the Walkway

A cool, modern design at the South Coast Plaza bridge calls for a fun project involving a mix of duplication, contrast, and hue effects. Alternating the colors with green and purple shades give extra intensity to the exterior architecture of this walkway. 

Spiral Staircase: Funnel-Style Stairway Designs

Spiral into infinity.

This staircase technically leads to an end after a few floors but the design is extraordinary from all angles--creating a look as if it can live on forever. 

Historic Beauty at NOLA's Jackson Square

The simple yet chic exterior architecture of St Louis Cathedral is worth studying. The shiny, metallic-like conical roofs and clean white walls create a crisp contrast.

The aligned carriages came at the right time and added the precise amount of color and balance to this picture. 

The Great Wave: Cliffs of Iceland

Ancient volcanic activity leaves this nature preserve with a stunning crescent shape. Rocky cliffs and awe-inspiring forms take hold, with the soft, contrasting beach and water in the near distance. 

Tiers of Clouds & Magic in Himeji

Himeji Castle Part III: The white heron castle lives on.

One of the most grandeur castles in Japan with satisfying views of the city-- traditional architecture, foliage, and mountains stretch far and beyond.

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