Welcome to "an enchanting oasis nestled in the heart of Darling Harbour."
A completely zen haven nestled in between all the hustle and bustle of Chinatown. Light rain and cloudy skies hover above us, but that adds onto the quiet stillness and tranquil atmosphere.
With a mix of colors and an added distorted wave effect, a new abstract background materializes.
This can be used as a trendy and fun card frame, flyer, or poster.
Falljökull Glacier Part VI: Blue ice and snowy mountain tops soak up the scene making the hike a thrilling walk as we continue our way up the glacier.
Falljökull Glacier Part V: Blue ice, steep cliffs, and rocks on top of one of the biggest glaciers.
The slippery, icy, smooth, cold ice can be seen (and felt) all throughout the hike.
Japanese Garden in Manito Park Part IV: When warm turns to cool in a heartbeat.
In the in-between months of summer and winter, temperatures drop, leaves change hues and fall in clusters all over the ground. A new season awaits as we shed all the layers from the past season.
Getting a wand and wishing for anime skies in real life.
I love the spectacular, vibrant, and super saturated sunset skies in anime, where the clouds are sparkling and ever-inspiring.
I decided to alter this photo of the sunset at the lake by enhancing the contrast and colors, embellishing it with sparkles, sun flare effects, and more for an extra dream factor.
The city lights come alive. The sky darkens and gets bluer, losing its brightness and natural source of light.
The artificial lights glow up the city, the parks, and the buildings bringing a whole new energy into night.
After the rain, everything sparkles and glistens. The air smells fresher. The sun comes out, brightening our moods and our views.
I loved the peacefulness of this scene and decided to add extra dreamy effects with a mix of blur and blue-green hues.
Pylon Lookout Part III: Wait a little longer after the first magical start of twilight as everything darkens and becomes more vibrant.
The last drops of sunlight remain as the city lights turn on.
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From this scene, it looks like a tropical, humid summer with vibrant plants and overcast slash rainy skies.
The reality is more like winter...but still just as magnificent when you watch the contrast of nature and city vibes come alive from this garden.
Pylon Lookout Part II: The twilight hour approaches after the sun sets.
The colors become muted and soft but still bright enough where sights are visible.
The clouds have higher contrast and are more prominent.
The skyscrapers stand tall and get ready to illuminate into the night.
Pylon Lookout Part I: The color of Sydney Opera House continues to transform throughout the day from white to glowing yellow as the direction of the sun (or lack thereof) changes as the hours fly by.
One of my favorite captures is during twilight as the mostly cloudy sky absorbs some of the fading sunset colors and the lights begin to flicker into the evening.
The enthralling details and glass designs at Harpa Concert Hall continue to inspire.
What if we convert the glass window panels into glass floor?
I manipulated this image by cloning and rearranging the glass panels to create transparent, angular floorings and an all over glass effect.
There's nothing cooler (literally) than a surprising storm in the summer right during sunset. Dark clouds form on one side while the sun sets by the lake, creating a breathtaking scene with clear, striking contrast.
When you're 114 floors high above overlooking the city, everything looks small in comparison.
As sunset morphs into twilight and then into darkness, the skyscrapers light up and have a translucent quality to them, creating a futuristic, somewhat dystopian society.
I added in other effects, using colors from this shot and dropping in a distorted wave filter to enhance this even more.
An assortment of multi-hued dahlia flowers bloom during the summertime in Golden Gate Park. This particular flower stands out to me with its vibrant salmon pink hue, resembling the colors of Kasugai's fragrant Flower Kiss candy.
Stunning interior design and architecture can be found at the Harpa Concert Hall. The glass window panels give a modern, abstract, and futuristic twist to the scene.
I decided to manipulate the image by flipping it around and altering the position. All of the cool angles turn this into silver, shiny glass stairs (so why not just walk on it?)
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"A hotel inspired by nature."
This astounding, modern building stands out from the distance. From one point of view, it looks like a 3D paper cut-out coming to life.
Using locally-sourced and recycled building materials, this sustainable hotel is making a serious difference on the planet and altering how we design for the future.
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Niagara Falls State Park Part II: Just like a wallpaper.
All five senses are awakened in this environment. Sounds and sights are elevated and take complete control of the scene.
Niagara Falls State Park Part I: Water, water, water everywhere.
Different weather patterns can be seen on opposite corners. On one side, you can feel the sun...on the other side, you're braving through the mist.
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The glowing, astonishing colors of the northern lights.
Cool and refreshing geo wave gradient effects.
Mix it all together and you get an epic graphic background.
Strolled through the streets of Toronto and stumbled upon this astonishing plaza--it is filled with steel and glass, and super tall ceilings revealing the atrium. This design is said to be reminiscent of a country road lined with maple trees.
The amount of light and orientation of the sun in the sky changes the mood of this place, creating one-of-a-kind photos and new memories each and every visit.
Vivacious flowers take up space at Queen's Park. Blooming, effervescent tulips can be found all over Toronto in all shades of colors.
These red ones pop right away and deserve to be the main character.
Postcard-perfect skies appear, ready for me to capture (and savor) the views of the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario.
From Toronto Island Park, you get a full panoramic view of all the skyscrapers in the city. Fresh, earthy green leaves and grass bring extra serenity and contentment to the scene.
Two-thirds of the primary colors take over the scene at Obidos.
Blue and yellow color-blocked stripes adorn these whitewashed buildings, creating a look that is simple and historic, and also sleek and modern at the same time.
Tidal Basin Part IV: I was amazed by all the captivating photos of sakura cherry blossom flowers at twilight at Meguro River in Tokyo and wanted to create my own version.
I tweaked this photo from Washington DC, altering the hues and saturation, giving it a bright pink effect to showcase the flowers' sharp yet delicate colors and the eye-catching lights before darkness consumed the scene.
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In between the storms, clouds take over the sky, altering its state every second ranging from cumulus to cirrocumulus and everything in between.
A blend of contrast in Reykjavik's city center with modern and sleek architecture mixed with simple, Scandinavian designs.
The use of solid primary and secondary colors brighten the neighborhood (and ones' day) during winter's everchanging weather patterns.
One look at this and we're transported to Europe.
The sun begins to rise, with hints of color in the horizon brightening the mountains. Clear skies and simple white houses envelope the scene.
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Astonishing interior design inside at the Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik.
Shielding ourselves from the wind storm outside, we stand inside marveling at the one-of-a-kind art inspired by Iceland's geography, surrounded by layers of glass and basalt column outlines.
Fun background designs, faded effects, and soft yet bright, pastel colors continue to awaken our senses.
I was inspired by the creative, painterly digital art from a manga and had to create my own rendition of it, infusing my favorite colors and blending in different textures.
Falljökull Glacier Part IV: Layers and layers of ice are stacked so high on a hill with the hazy sun peeking from behind.
The consistent patterns, captivating textures and translucence considers to astonish us and leave us in a state of awe.
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Falljökull Glacier Part III: A picturesque landscape view of the mountains with a blended and contrasting mix of summer and winter, surrounded by dry terrain and icy spots.
Falljökull Glacier Part II: Ice, ice, ice everywhere.
On a steep hill, on flat surfaces...their shiny texture and hard exterior continues to take over the glacier, expanding our horizon.
Falljökull Glacier Part I: Nothing can compare to the awe you experience being on a glacier.
We surround ourselves with penguins (humans) as we walk (stomp) on the ice through the steep incline and into the ice cave. This fresh piece of ice transcends all wonders with its turquoise crystallized shape, texture, and sharp tones.
The loud yet calming sounds of the waterfall captures our attention--and holds it--as we make our way around the walkway, catching all angles of the falls.
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Black Sand Beach Part II: The sharp ridges, edges, and textures of the cliffs come alive on this day as we battle against wind and rain.
The gloomy overcast sky surprisingly creates the ideal atmosphere.
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Black Sand Beach Part I: It's like straight out of a black and white movie.
You don't exactly think of going to a beach on a grey, dreary, drizzling afternoon. But the black sand and cliffs create such a moody, evocative contrast against the white sky as the strong waves crash onto shore.
Canals are everywhere around the city. What sets this one apart is the famous floating flower market aligned so perfectly with the exquisite architecture framed in the background and the reflections by the water.
Striking Dutch renaissance architecture can be found all over Amsterdam. Regardless of weather or the time of day, they create such mesmerizing water reflections and contrasting art by the canals.
Singapore's Waterfront Promenade offers picturesque views of the city skyline. The unique ArtScience museum takes the lead with its famous design and vibrant purple-blue reflections over the waters.
I used a similar color scheme as the dazzling lights to sweep the sky with a soft yet striking painterly effect.
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Lush green space can be found everywhere across Singapore, adorning skyscrapers and sky terraces (both indoors, outdoors) in a scenic, artsy way.
Roaming in the wild...anything is possible.
When you're close to 10,000 feet above ground level, you feel quite invincible. I had a bit of fun with this image, using the railings, glass reflections, and blue hues of the sunset sky to create this imagery. Duplicating the photo, adding human elements, and some sparkly effects create an enchanting, unusual image.
Hefner Lake and Park Part V: Placid waters and soothing colors in the sky during the twilight hour.
We're all mesmerized by the beauty of the surrounding nature, watching the clear skies jump into all shades of colors until it transitions into muted tones before descending into dusk.
Hefner Lake and Park Part IV: The lighthouse glows every other second into all the colors of the rainbow.
Blue artificial lights captivate the scene, as the vibrant blue and orange skies of twilight dazzle in the back.
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Hefner Lake and Park Part III: Dark azure blue skies have taken over.
The blue lights radiating from the lighthouse splendidly complements the cool hues of the stratosphere.
Mission Dolores Basilica Church Part II: The golden hour (and the hour leading up to it) presents some of the best photographic moments. Buildings just look and hit differently depending on the lighting, the weather, and time of day. I love how this pic of the church looks like it's taken closer to blue hour and offers such a calming, chill presence. You can see the intricate details of the structure even more vividly during this moment.
The ridges, outlines, and contrasting colors of the San Gorgonio Mountains create an astonishing photo when captured on camera.
Add in the crystal clear blue skies and this truly shines.
A new year = a new beginning.
High above the mountains at over 8,000 feet, we are reminded of how quickly things can change and how vast the world really is. Opportunities present itself everywhere; we just need to take the leap in making that first step.
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