Filoli Gardens Part III: The autumn season doesn't make an appearance until winter in California. With the holiday lights and decorations added to the mix, the gardens come alive. An array of rustic colors create a marvelous scenery for us to behold.
The Myriad Botanical Garden is everything you would dream of. Tranquil, tropical, and filled with all of nature's surprises.
Unique plants are tucked into every corner of the conservatory with picturesque staircases throughout. I decided to manipulate this photo by duplicating the stairwell, adding sun flare effects and lightening the tones for a magical twist.
I am always fascinated by the strong weather contrast in islands. On the left side it is raining, but right in front of me, the skies are clear and as we approach closer to dusk...the remaining twilight light from the sun continues to glow intensely for a few more minutes before fading into darkness.
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Diamond Head State Monument Part I: Windy morning showers cleared up just in time for a hike. From above, we can see the starking contrast of the sky.
Dark, moody clouds on the left side, offering vibrant aqua-blue water hues and a rainbow on the right side of Waikiki, showcasing a much brighter mood and future.
St Louis Zoo Part II: A big and cute polar bear catches our eye at the zoo.
We all watch him as he drifts in and out of sleep in the morning hours.
Hefner Lake and Park Part II: Just a couple of seconds left until the sun disappears from our vantage point.
At the lake, the sunset is visible with no obstruction - making it the best escape to catch a calming sunset on a weekday.
Hefner Lake and Park Part I: Arrived just in time to catch the peaceful, flawless sunset in action with the lighthouse as the main standout.
With barely a single cloud in the sky, we get almost a 360 degree view of the sunset colors by the still waters.
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One set of palm trees sitting right by the beach at twilight.
After cloning then reversing the image to create a mirror effect, I altered the skies with contrasting hues and vertical striped lines.
Memorial Park Part III: Clouds begin to form and merge at sunset, casting an orange glow over the calm waters.
The colors and clouds create soft, wispy strokes of art, resembling a dreamy painting as the light begins to brighten, darken, and fade away.
St Louis Zoo Part I: Swarms of butterflies take over the butterfly house at St Louis Zoo.
A yellow and black patterned Swallowtail butterfly strikes a pose right in front of me and I quickly lean in for a capture. I love the intricate details, the clear-cut designs, and the bold color contrast.
Skydance Bridge Part II: Shining bright on a Tuesday twilight night.
This stunning scissor-like sculpture illuminates the walkway on the pedestrian bridge, high above the freeway and away from the sparkling skyscrapers in downtown.
Skydance Bridge Part I: Just keep on dancing and glowing.
This one-of-a-kind art sculpture sits on top of a pedestrian bridge and can be seen on the freeway right below! An abstract creation that resembles a pair of scissors with a cool, cutting-edge look, adding to Oklahoma City's spectacular art scene.
The vibrant orange color on this sculpture also gives striking resemblances to Tokyo Tower's orange-colored lights at night.
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Filoli Gardens Part II: A new season, autumn, has begun.
As the leaves shift in color and shed their layers, it's a reminder that life is full of changes and surprises. It's never too late to rewrite a fresh chapter towards the end of the year.
Memorial Park Part II: As we near sunset, the clouds begin to have that yellow golden glow, offering up some extra saturation into the otherwise grey, mostly overcast sky. The lake reflections also add some additional flair into the atmosphere.
When you're surrounded by mountains, the skies continue to shift in remarkable ways every second as we get closer to sunset.
In the surrounding fields by the Evergreen Cemetery, all of the dramatic effects, shapes, and textures come to life as golden hour continues to intensify.
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Pastel Bubbles Part IV: Ethereal, magical, dreamy, and colorful digital art always captures my attention.
I used an existing pastel bubbles background creation and altered it some more, adding in a yellow-tinted hue and incorporating borders to give it the card frame treatment.
This stunning 3D flower was one of my favorite pieces at the Nick Dong exhibit at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The intricate details, mirrored glass art that looks into infinity and beyond, sharp designs and eye-catching colors make it a true standout.
Piedmont Park Part II: Humid summer weather creates such rich, charming trees in the South. Fresh greenery offers a sense of awe and serenity all throughout the park.
The famous Singapore skyline continues to shine at night with warm colors dazzling the most popular landmarks, creating striking reflections in the water.
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teamLab's extraordinary digital art dazzles the Marina Bay Sands mall with streams of lights in ever-changing colors from top to bottom, illuminating the food court at night.
The vibrant colors and abstract creations in anime and video games always amazes me. I wanted to develop digital art that blends a mix of reality with fiction and the skyline views of Singapore was the ideal starting point.
After adjusting the colors with a blend of turquoise and salmon hues to give it a futuristic look and feel, I added in a mix of wavy lightning strikes in the sky to create the perfect finish.
Sandia Mountains Part V: The stunning view heading down from the mountains, as sunset changed into twilight and the light began to fade in the horizon.
Sandia Mountains Part IV: A dry, hot, clear and sunny day ended perfectly with a sunset surrounded by a couple clouds ~10k+ feet above on the mountains.
Memorial Park Part I: The hour leading up to sunset and the magical twilight era after always leaves us entranced and in awe.
Pink, fluffy clouds brighten up the sky for a couple minutes before darkening and fading as the remaining light continues to disappear right before our eyes.
The High Museum of Art may have a wide collection of historical paintings, but the interior and exterior design of the building is completely modern. The walkways present the right opportunity to capture the exquisite architecture from top to bottom. As the light continues to shift throughout the day, the reflections add an extra dramatic flair to the scene.
Piedmont Park Part I: Even a cloudy day cannot affect the atmosphere or the views at Piedmont Park. Lush green trees, clear lake reflections, and skyscraper views from Midtown are widespread throughout the tranquil park.
Dairy Block is an extraordinary block filled with restaurants, shops, and a hotel all tied together in a mini historic district right in the heart of downtown. With distinctive art and everchanging lights at night, it makes for a memorable walk down.
Flowers are blooming and in full display at the Westin St. Francis hotel lobby. Chandelier lights, colorful trees, and vibrant flowers deck the hallways, creating a mesmerizing and visually appealing entrance.
One of the most intricate buildings in Little India. The carefully-crafted details, elements, and colors make this truly one-of-a-kind in the heart of this neighborhood.
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CapitaSpring Part II: Being high above in a skyscraper, outside at the rooftop garden and observatory deck is a great way to escape from the humid heat.
Modern architecture, sleek designs, and lush greenery elevate the overall scene and vibe.
Garden of the Gods Part III: Magnificent, larger-than-life rock formations present such electrifying feelings as we walk from sunset into twilight.
Garden of the Gods Part II: The clouds that form during sunset above the mountains are nothing short of spectacular. As the sunset hues and shadows continue to deepen, golden shades are cast across the entire landscape.
Garden of the Gods Part I: We see such natural beauty high above at the Garden of the Gods. As sunset approaches, cirrus clouds start to develop, casting a golden glow to this exceptional view of surreal rock formations.
Reunion Tower Part III: As the sun continues to get lower in the sky, smooth colors and textures start forming, scattering lights to create a stunning sunset just like in an anime.
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Reunion Tower Imagery Part II: You can find so much inspiration from the skyline in Dallas. I used the Bank of America Plaza as the focal point for this creation, changing this up drastically with a focus on a dark midnight blue sky and sparkly colorful stream of lights falling from above.
A super stormy, humid day couldn't stop my adventures in the Katong district as I explored the rows and rows of vibrant Peranakan houses. Pink, turquoise, orange, and golden shades create the perfect imagery and inspiration.
Supertree Grove Part II: Within the span of around 15 minutes, every color of the rainbow popped up and took over the scene at Gardens by the Bay. The yellow-orange and red colors here were beyond eye-catching and had the best contrast against the dark night sky.
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CapitaSpring Part I: An impeccable blend of a modern city skyscraper and a tranquil garden paired together to create a tropical paradise.
From venturing around the indoor garden oasis to chasing storms from above, this Sky Garden adventure ended up being one of the most transformative experiences!
Supertree Grove Part I: Such captivating lights that change every second into various colors and patterns (plus music!), creating the most mesmerizing light show at Gardens by the Bay.
By nightfall, the whole vibe in Singapore changes as all the lights come on, creating a spring wonderland. The only thing that remains consistent is the weather.
Blue, pink, purple, and red lights adorn the famous Helix Bridge and Marina Bay Sands, creating the perfect frame for this photo.
The alluring beauty of these water lilies can be found everywhere--from all angles and perspectives.
Changing up the hues and offering a slight contrast to the colors sharpens the tones and makes the lilies stand out even more.
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Peranakan houses can be found all over Singapore. Block after block in Chinatown comes eclectic buildings ranging from pastel to bright colors and floral prints?!
This is a famous spot for photos, photoshoots and the like. The open circle above exposes the trees in all of its glory. The coolest part is that the everchanging weather and lighting throughout the day can change the viewpoint and atmosphere pretty quickly.
Add in a spiral staircase, sleekly modern grey colors, and the right angle...you'll land on the perfect capture.
It's that time of year where sakura trees are back in bloom.
In this small, hidden park above the tunnel, I spot these light pink flowers sitting beautifully on these tree branches, creating the perfect spring mood.
Yayoi Kusama's Infinite Love art series are nothing short of amazing.
This unique mirror piece filled with abstract inflatable objects across the room creates fascinating visuals and surreal viewpoints from all angles and dimensions.
We truly are small dots in this world, combined together to create endless possibilities.
The clouds can be the most erratic, unique, and astonishing after a storm, creating unexpected shapes, textures, and views across the sky.
This was quite the spectacle, seeing the different cloud patterns as the sun started to set on a winter day.