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.